Legislators in at least two U.S. states are citing a recent decision in England to restrict gender transitions for young people as support for related proposals here. They weren’t the first to turn to other countries, notably in Europe, for policy and research ideas. Lawmakers across the U.S., where at least 23 states now have tightened or removed access to transgender health care for minors, have routinely cited non-U.S. research or policies as justification for legislation.