Wisconsin Governor Vetoes Bill Banning Gender-Altering Surgery for Minors

The legislation, which would also prohibit puberty blockers and hormone treatments, was overwhelmingly passed by the Republican-led Wisconsin Legislature.

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers speaks on Labor Day at Henry Maier Festival Park in Milwaukee, Wis., on Sept. 5, 2022. Elizabeth Frantz/Reuters

Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers has vetoed legislation that would have banned gender-altering surgery for minors in the Badger State.

Mr. Evers, a Democrat who has vowed to reject what he describes as anti-transgender legislation, issued the veto on Dec. 6 after the bill was approved by two-to-one votes in both the Senate and the Assembly.