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TN SB2696
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 8; Title 9; Title 14; Title 33; Title 63 and Title 68, relative to health.
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Introduced
02/02/2022
02/02/2022
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/28/2022
04/28/2022
Introduced Session
112th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, enacts the “Youth Health Protection Act.” - Amends TCA Title 8; Title 9; Title 14; Title 33; Title 63 and Title 68.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the "Youth Health Protection Act," amends several Tennessee state laws to prohibit certain medical procedures and treatments for minors related to gender transition. It bans practices such as gender reassignment surgery, puberty blockers, and cross-sex hormones, with exceptions for individuals born with certain genetic disorders. The bill also protects the rights of parents to withhold consent for gender-affirming treatments and requires state employees to notify parents if a minor exhibits signs of gender dysphoria. Additionally, the bill prohibits the use of state funds for gender transition procedures and offers whistleblower protections and civil remedies for violations of the act.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Health and Welfare Committee (on 03/09/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB2696&ga=112 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/112/Bill/SB2696.pdf |
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