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Introduced
01/14/2020
01/14/2020
In Committee
01/14/2020
01/14/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
09/24/2020
09/24/2020
Introduced Session
123rd General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The Code Of Laws Of South Carolina, 1976, To Enact The "youth Gender Reassignment Prevention Act" By Adding Chapter 139 To Title 44 So As To Prohibit A Person Who Is Under Eighteen Years Of Age From Undergoing Gender Reassignment Medical Treatment, To Provide For Professional Discipline For Violation Of The Act, And For Other Purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, the "Youth Gender Reassignment Prevention Act," amends the South Carolina Code of Laws to prohibit anyone under the age of 18 from undergoing gender reassignment medical treatment, which includes interventions to suppress the development of secondary sex characteristics, align the patient's appearance or physical body with their gender identity, or alleviate symptoms of gender dysphoria. The bill also subjects healthcare professionals who intentionally perform such treatments on minors to professional discipline, including potential suspension or revocation of their medical licenses.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Kimmons, Davis (on 01/22/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=4716&session=123&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess123_2019-2020/prever/4716_20191120.htm |
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