Federal Trade Commission et al. v. World Professional Association for Transgender Health Inc. et al.

Docket No.
4:26-cv-00748
District Court
Texas Northern — Fort Worth

Goal

  • Award restitution
  • Block defendant action
  • Order payment of civil penalties

Issues

Why This Matters:

Why This Matters:

The Federal Trade Commission and four state attorneys general allege that nonprofit medical associations that specializes in transgender health made false, misleading, or unsubstantiated statements regarding the safety, efficacy, and necessity of treatment for gender dysphoria in youth. Plaintiffs allege that these professional associations disseminated this false information through clinical guidelines and training materials, enabling providers to promote the services to patients, and in violation of federal and state consumer protection laws.

Potential Impact:

Potential Impact:

Attempting to override clinical standards maintained by professional associations could prevent transgender young people from obtaining the medically necessary care that they need and undermine evidence-based medical and treatment standards. 

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Current Status

Briefing is ongoing

Important Date

Joint Status Report Due

Legal Issues

Federal Trade Commission Act, Alaska State Law, Iowa State Law, Nebraska State Law, Texas State Law

Date Filed
June 17, 2026
Case Type
Civil
Court Type
District Court
Court
Texas Northern
Division
Fort Worth
Judge
O'Connor, Reed C. Appointed By: George W. Bush
Plaintiff(s)
Federal Trade Commission; State of Alaska; State of Iowa; State of Nebraska; State of Texas
Lead Counsel For Plaintiff(s)
Government
Defendant(s)
World Professional Association for Transgender Health Inc.; United States Professional Association for Transgender Health
Amicus Briefs for Defendant(s)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts et al.