The proposed bill would amend current statutes by introducing new provisions that impose civil liability on health care professionals or physicians who provide gender transition procedures to minors. Specifically, it would establish that these providers are strictly liable for all costs associated with any subsequent detransition procedures sought by the minor within 25 years of the initial procedure. Additionally, individuals who undergo detransition procedures would have the right to bring civil actions against the providers for various forms of relief, including compensatory and punitive damages, as well as attorney fees.

Furthermore, the bill would allow individuals or their legal guardians to file lawsuits for injuries resulting from gender transition or detransition procedures within specified timeframes. It would also prohibit health care professionals from seeking contractual waivers of liability related to these procedures, deeming any such waivers null and void as contrary to public policy. Overall, these changes would significantly alter the legal landscape surrounding gender transition procedures for minors, increasing the potential for liability and legal recourse for affected individuals.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 12-574
Senate Engrossed Version: 12-574