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AR SB199Concerning Medical Malpractice And Gender Transition In Minors; And To Create The Protecting Minors From Medical Malpractice Act Of 2023.
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Introduced
02/06/2023
02/06/2023
In Committee
03/07/2023
03/07/2023
Crossed Over
02/21/2023
02/21/2023
Passed
03/08/2023
03/08/2023
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/16/2023
03/16/2023
Introduced Session
94th General Assembly (2023 Regular)
Bill Summary
AN ACT CONCERNING MEDICAL MALPRACTICE AND GENDER TRANSITION IN MINORS; TO CREATE THE PROTECTING MINORS FROM MEDICAL MALPRACTICE ACT OF 2023; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
AI Summary
This bill creates the Protecting Minors from Medical Malpractice Act of 2023, which defines "gender transition procedures" and establishes a right of action for minors who are injured by such procedures. The bill also provides a "safe harbor" defense for healthcare professionals who follow certain requirements before performing a gender transition procedure on a minor. Additionally, the bill amends state law to clarify that healthcare professionals are not required to perform gender transition procedures.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Notification that SB199 is now Act 274 (on 03/16/2023)
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