Bill > SB520

This bill modifies existing state law (RSA 329:53) to allow physicians to perform breast surgeries on minors in an additional circumstance beyond the current permitted reasons of correcting gynecomastia (enlarged male breast tissue), treating symptomatic macromastia (abnormally large breast tissue), and addressing congenital breast or chest wall deformities. The new provision specifically permits breast surgery when the procedure is at the election (choice) of the minor, provided they consult with their primary care physician. By adding this new subsection (f), the bill expands the circumstances under which breast surgeries can be performed on minors, giving the minor more agency in making decisions about their own medical care in consultation with a healthcare professional. The bill will take effect 60 days after its passage, providing a standard transition period for implementation.

Health and Social Services

https://gc.nh.gov/bill_Status/billinfo.aspx?id=1265&inflect=2