Rebecca Dow, a House Representative from New Mexico, has raised concerns regarding non-governmental organizations (NGOs) allegedly transporting children from Texas to New Mexico for certain medical procedures. She has called for an immediate investigation into these claims. The statement was made on the social media platform X.
"I'm very interested to know who in New Mexico is providing these treatments and who is funding them," said Rebecca L. Dow, New Mexico State Representative for 38th District (R). "Founder of an LGBTQ group reveals to Texas Scorecard that NGOs are helping transport kids from Texas to New Mexico to be surgically and chemically castrated. This needs to be investigated immediately FBI."
Recent allegations reported by the Associated Press and the Human Rights Campaign suggest that Texas families have been transporting minors to New Mexico for medical procedures, particularly gender-affirming care. This trend follows legislative bans in Texas and is part of a broader national debate over healthcare access, parental rights, and state jurisdiction. According to the Human Rights Campaign, nearly 40% of transgender youth currently reside in states with such bans.
Data on minors traveling from Texas to New Mexico for gender-related medical treatments remains limited. However, the Associated Press reports an increase in such cases since Texas implemented its bans. A study by the Journal of the American Medical Association found that travel times for transgender youth in Texas seeking care have increased significantly—from under one hour to over 7.5 hours—indicating substantial cross-state movement since 2022.
The Houston Chronicle reports that interstate transport of minors for medical procedures has risen, with at least 105 Texas minors traveling out of state for abortions in 2023, including six under age 12. Other states bordering Texas have experienced similar increases as families seek healthcare options due to state-level restrictions.
According to her official biography and Wikipedia, Rebecca L. Dow is a Republican who represented New Mexico’s 38th District in the State House from 2017 to 2023 and resumed her role in 2024. She is recognized for her contributions to education and business and has been active in legislative efforts related to deregulation and veteran support.
