Puerto Rico has enacted a law prohibiting hormone therapy and gender-affirming surgeries for individuals under the age of 21. Governor Jennifer Gonzalez signed the bill into law, sparking immediate controversy and raising concerns about access to healthcare for transgender youth on the island. Advocates for LGBTQ+ rights have condemned the decision, arguing it infringes on fundamental rights and access to necessary medical care. Supporters of the law claim it is intended to protect minors from making irreversible decisions before they are old enough to fully understand the implications.