Congressman Robert Aderholt joins Secretary Robert Kennedy, Jr. at HHS Announcement: Protect America’s Children from Dangerous Sex Rejecting Procedures

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Robert Aderholt (AL-04) joined the Secretary of Health and Human Services, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., for an announcement to protect America's children from dangerous sex rejecting procedures. Following the announcement, Congressman Aderholt released the following statement:

"I' applaud Secretary Kennedy's leadership and his willingness to take clear, decisive action to protect America's children. This announcement reflects a growing recognition that when it comes to medical decisions involving minors, especially those with permanent and life-altering consequences, we must proceed with caution, humility, and compassion."

"Children deserve protection and care that is rooted in sound science, ethical standards, and a long-term understanding of their physical and mental well-being. They also deserve adults who are willing to put their best interests ahead of ideology or pressure."

"In most states, a child cannot receive something as permanent as a tattoo, even with parental permission, because we understand it requires a certain level of age, judgment, and life experience. Therefore, it is reasonable to ask why we would not apply that same minimum standard of caution to medical interventions that are far more life-altering and, in many cases, irreversible."

"I have long-believed that our healthcare system should prioritize care that is age-appropriate, medically sound, and focused on treating the whole person. That means supporting children, while also recognizing the limits of what medicine should do, especially when the long-term outcomes are uncertain."

"I want to commend Secretary Kennedy and HHS for taking these steps and for signaling that the federal government has a role in setting guardrails when vulnerable populations are involved. Protecting children should never be controversial."

"I look forward to continuing to work with this Administration, my colleagues in Congress, and healthcare professionals to ensure our policies reflect both care and caution, so that every child in America has the chance to grow up healthy, supported, and protected."

Read more about the HHS announcement here.