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NH HB619
NH HB619To require a person to attain the age of majority for genital gender reassignment surgery.
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Introduced
01/12/2023
01/12/2023
In Committee
05/09/2024
05/09/2024
Crossed Over
03/26/2024
03/26/2024
Passed
06/27/2024
06/27/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
07/26/2024
07/26/2024
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
The bill prohibits gender reassignment surgery for minors under 18 years of age.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits gender reassignment surgery for minors under 18 years of age in the state of New Hampshire. The bill defines key terms like "genital gender reassignment surgery," "male genitalia," and "female genitalia." It allows physicians to perform certain procedures on minors, such as reconstructive surgeries to correct malformations or remove malignant tissue, but prohibits elective gender reassignment surgeries. The bill also outlines enforcement mechanisms, including civil lawsuits and disciplinary action against healthcare providers who violate the law. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2025.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (8)
Terry Roy (R)*,
Alicia Lekas (R),
David Love (R),
Nikki McCarter (R),
Jeanine Notter (R),
Sheila Seidel (R),
Jim Spillane (R),
Kevin Verville (R),
Last Action
Signed by Governor Sununu 07/19/2024; Chapter 213; eff. 01/01/2025 (on 07/26/2024)
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