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Connecticut Fails to Ban FGM Amid Trans Health Debate

10/17/2025

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Connecticut does not have a law banning female genital mutilation and cutting (FGM/C).
Advocates push for stronger state laws because conflation with gender-affirming care stalls efforts.
A proposed bill to protect minors from FGM/C was never voted on after lawmakers feared misuse against trans health care.
The White House's stance has complicated advocacy because some legislators avoid contact with anti-FGM/C groups.

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Story summary

Connecticut does not have a law banning female genital mutilation and cutting (FGM/C).
Advocates push for stronger state laws because conflation with gender-affirming care stalls efforts.
A proposed bill to protect minors from FGM/C was never voted on after lawmakers feared misuse against trans health care.
The White House's stance has complicated advocacy because some legislators avoid contact with anti-FGM/C groups.