Summary
- Italy’s parliament has approved the formation of a committee to create legislation on the use of androgen-blocking medications for violent sexual predators and pedophiles.
- The treatment is intended to be voluntary, reversible, and aimed at reducing reoffending.
- The right-wing government led by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is pushing for tougher measures in response to violent crimes.
- The proposal for chemical castration has received both support and opposition within Italy.