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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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California governor vetoes bill requiring custody courts to weigh affirmation of gender identity

Copyright 2023 The Associated Press. All rights reserved

California Gov. Gavin Newsom has vetoed a bill that would have required judges to consider whether a parent affirms their child’s gender identity when making custody and visitation decisions.

In announcing his veto Friday night, Newsom released a statement saying he has “a deep commitment to advancing the rights of transgender Californians" that has guided his decisions while in office.

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