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Introduced
04/14/2022
04/14/2022
In Committee
04/14/2022
04/14/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/12/2022
05/12/2022
Introduced Session
124th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amend The South Carolina Code Of Laws Article 1, Chapter 47, Title 40 Of The S.c. Code, Relating To General Provisions Concerning Physicians By Adding Section 40-47-205 So As To Prohibit Physicians From Performing Gender Reassignment Surgery On Minors, And To Prohibit Physicians From Prescribing Or Administering Certain Substances For The Purpose Of Attempting To Alter The Appearance Of Or Affirm The Minor's Perception Of His Gender If That Appearance Or Perception Is Inconsistent With The Minor's Biological Sex.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits physicians in South Carolina from performing gender reassignment surgery on minors or prescribing or administering certain substances to attempt to alter a minor's appearance or perception of their gender if it is inconsistent with their biological sex. The bill provides exceptions for treating individuals born with medically verifiable disorders of sexual development, treating infections or injuries caused or exacerbated by gender transition procedures, and addressing physical conditions that could result in imminent danger of death or major bodily harm. The bill takes effect upon approval by the Governor.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Committee on Medical Affairs (on 04/14/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/billsearch.php?billnumbers=1259&session=124&summary=B |
| BillText | https://www.scstatehouse.gov/sess124_2021-2022/prever/1259_20220414.htm |
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