The thought of having to undergo such an exam gives me nightmares. As a trans person who’s undergone surgery, I’m no stranger to medical examinations of my body.
Even though the ones I’ve had have all been for medical reasons, I still shudder at the thought of them. They were always uncomfortable, in particular before I had surgery.
Had I been forced to have one as a child, it would have traumatised me. This law shows a complete disregard for trans people’s dignity and privacy and is a gross violation of people’s liberty and safety.
In my mind, anyone who plans to use this law should simply be charged for child abuse.This law is being passed despite the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) being unequivocal in their support for.