Wisconsin Takes a Stand Against Conversion Therapy

In a big move, Wisconsin's highest court just said the state can ban conversion therapy. This isn't just about one issue, though. It's also about who gets to make the rules in the state. The court said a group of lawmakers can't just block rules they don't like. This gives the governor more power to put rules into effect. Conversion therapy is a practice that tries to change someone's sexual orientation or gender identity. It's not supported by science, and many places have already banned it. In Wisconsin, some local areas have banned it, but the whole state hasn't—until now. The court's decision is a win for Governor Evers, who has been trying to ban conversion therapy since 2020. But not everyone is happy about it. Some lawmakers say this gives the governor too much power. They argue that the legislature should have a say in what becomes a rule. This isn't the only rule that's been blocked. The same group of lawmakers has stopped rules about the environment, vaccines, and public health. With this new decision, those rules might finally go into effect. The court's ruling is a big deal. It changes how rules are made in Wisconsin. And it's a step forward for LGBTQ+ rights in the state. But the fight over who makes the rules isn't over yet.