On Tuesday, August 11th, 2026, the Trump administration finalized a rule that blocks the use of federal Medicaid dollars for transgender healthcare services for minors. The rule also prevents Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) plans from covering gender-affirming procedures for minors.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced the final rule, which bars Medicaid and CHIP funds from being used for such care across the United States.

This policy change restricts access to gender-affirming healthcare for minors who rely on these federal programs for coverage.

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