SB 841
Prohibiting state entities from promoting or engaging in any activity related to sexual orientation or gender transitioning
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Bill overview
This bill prohibits West Virginia state government entities, including public schools and healthcare facilities, from promoting or facilitating discussions, policies, programs, or medical procedures related to sexual orientation or gender transitioning. It restricts the use of state funds for such activities and establishes enforcement mechanisms, such as disciplinary action and potential funding suspensions, for violations. The bill also aims to prevent the inclusion of related materials in public schools and universities.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘state government entity’ broadly to include many state-run organizations.
- Prohibits state government entities from engaging in discussions, training, or curriculum development related to sexual orientation or gender transitioning.
- Restricts the use of state funds for medical, psychological, or educational programs addressing gender transitioning.
- Outlaws referrals, funding, or resources for gender transition-related treatments.
- Prohibits the inclusion of related materials in public schools and universities.
- Establishes penalties for violations, including employee disciplinary action and potential funding suspensions.
- Grants a private right of action to individuals who believe a state entity has violated the bill.
- The Attorney General is authorized to investigate and prosecute violations.
Who is affected
- State government entities (departments, agencies, schools, universities, healthcare facilities, social services offices)
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