SB 629
Prohibiting gender transition surgeries, treatments, and therapies to minors
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Bill overview
This bill prohibits gender transition surgeries, treatments, and therapies for minors in West Virginia. It defines key terms related to gender identity and medical procedures, establishes penalties for healthcare professionals who violate these prohibitions, and safeguards the mental and physical health of minors. The bill also restricts local governments from enacting conflicting policies and provides whistleblower protection, while prohibiting the use of state funds for gender transition treatments.
Key provisions
- Defines key terms including ‘medical professional,’ ‘mental health care professional,’ ‘minor,’ ‘gender dysphoria,’ and ‘sexual deviation.’
- Prohibits gender transition surgeries (e.g., castration, vaginoplasty) and treatments (e.g., hormone therapy, puberty blockers) for minors.
- Establishes penalties for healthcare professionals who engage in prohibited practices, including potential license revocation and civil fines.
- Creates whistleblower protection for individuals reporting violations of the bill.
- Prohibits political subdivisions from enacting conflicting policies regarding gender transition care.
- Prohibits the use of state funds for gender transition treatments.
- Addresses interstate teletherapy services for minors.
- Provides exceptions for minors with medically verifiable genetic disorders of sexual development.
Who is affected
- Minors (under 21 years of age)
- Medical Professionals (physicians, surgeons, etc.)
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