Bill > HB1214

This bill prohibits sex-reassignment medical procedures for individuals under 18 years old and establishes strict guidelines for such procedures for adults 18 and older. Specifically, the bill defines "sex" based on biological characteristics at birth and "sex-reassignment procedures" as medical interventions that affirm a person's gender perception inconsistent with their biological sex. For patients under 18, these procedures are completely banned, with narrow exceptions for treating genetic disorders of sexual development, infections, injuries, or life-threatening conditions. For patients 18 and older, physicians must obtain voluntary, informed written consent through an in-person process that includes explaining procedure risks, providing an official consent form, and receiving the patient's written acknowledgment. The bill also empowers the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to revoke a physician's license for willfully violating these restrictions. Additionally, the bill amends the Ambulatory Surgical Treatment Center Act and Hospital Licensing Act to allow for fines, license suspension, or revocation for facilities that do not comply with these new regulations. The law includes provisions for emergency rulemaking to ensure swift implementation and includes a one-year sunset clause for the emergency rules.

https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1214&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104