This bill proposes to amend Arizona Revised Statutes by adding a new section, 35-196.06, which explicitly prohibits the use of public monies to fund any medical procedures related to gender transition. The bill clarifies that any intentional violation of this prohibition by public officers or employees will be considered a misuse of public monies, thereby reinforcing accountability under existing laws regarding the handling of public funds.

Additionally, the bill provides definitions for key terms such as "fund," "gender transition," "medical procedure," and "public monies." It specifies that "fund" encompasses various forms of financial support, including reimbursements and payments related to health insurance. The definitions aim to ensure clarity in the application of the law, particularly regarding what constitutes a medical procedure related to gender transition, which includes surgical alterations and the administration of specific drugs. Overall, the bill seeks to establish a clear legal framework to prevent the allocation of public funds for gender transition procedures.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 35-196.06
Senate Engrossed Version: 35-196.06