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GA HB1332
GA HB1332Social services; discrimination of healthcare services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy and gender-reassignment surgeries; prohibit
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Introduced
02/11/2022
02/11/2022
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/04/2022
04/04/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Article 7 of Chapter 4 of Title 49 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to medical assistance generally provided as public assistance under social services, so as to prohibit the discrimination of healthcare services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy and gender-reassignment surgeries, to covered persons on the basis of their gender expression, gender identity, or transgender status; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Georgia Code to prohibit discrimination in healthcare services, including gender-affirming hormone therapy and gender-reassignment surgeries, for individuals based on their gender expression, gender identity, or transgender status. The bill defines various terms related to gender transition and prohibits insurers from denying, limiting, or refusing to provide coverage for such healthcare services. The bill also allows for utilization review to evaluate the medical necessity of a particular service. The bill becomes effective upon the Governor's approval or when it becomes law without such approval, and it repeals any conflicting laws.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
James Beverly (D)*,
Park Cannon (D)*,
Billy Mitchell (D)*,
David Wilkerson (D)*,
Matthew Wilson (D)*,
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 02/15/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20212022/206341 |
| Bill | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/62043 |
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