Gov. Kristi Noem Signs Law Banning Puberty Blockers, Surgery for Trans Youth in South Dakota

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem speaks during the CPAC in Dallas, Texas on July 11, 2021. (Brandon Bell/Getty Images) Gov. Kristi Noem (R-S.D.) signed the “Help Not Harm” bill into law on Monday, effectively banning certain medical and surgical interventions, such as puberty blockers and genital surgery, for trans youth. The new law, which takes effect July 1, prohibits health care providers from violating the ban or they risk having their medical license revoked, and possible legal action. The state Senate approved the bill on Feb. 9. “South Dakota’s kids...