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Introduced
01/25/2023
01/25/2023
In Committee
01/30/2023
01/30/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/03/2024
05/03/2024
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Prohibits the performance of gender reassignment surgeries on minors. Establishes a Class A felony for those who perform gender reassignment surgeries on minors.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits the performance of gender reassignment surgeries on minors, establishing a Class A felony for those who perform such procedures. The bill defines key terms like "sex," "professional incompetency," and "unprofessional conduct." It outlines specific medical procedures, such as castration, hysterectomy, and puberty-blocking medication, that are considered unlawful gender transition surgeries for minors. The bill includes exceptions for children born with medically verifiable disorders of sexual development. The purpose of this act is to protect minors from making irreversible medical decisions they may not fully understand.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Carried over to 2024 Regular Session. (on 12/11/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=891&year=2024 |
| State Bill Page | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/session/measure_indiv.aspx?billtype=HB&billnumber=891&year=2023 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2024/bills/HB891_.HTM |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.hawaii.gov/sessions/session2023/bills/HB891_.HTM |
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