The proposed bill, General Assembly Proposed Bill No. 1045, seeks to amend current statutes regarding surgical procedures on minors. Specifically, it introduces a prohibition on health care providers performing surgery for sex reassignment or the treatment of gender dysphoria or incongruence in minors, with the exception of surgeries related to birth defects. This legislative change aims to safeguard the interests of minors who may be experiencing these conditions.

The bill reflects a significant shift in policy by restricting surgical interventions for gender-related issues in minors, emphasizing the need for careful consideration of their well-being. The language of the bill clearly delineates the circumstances under which surgery may still be permitted, thereby aiming to balance medical practice with the protection of vulnerable populations.