The "Help Not Harm Act" is a legislative proposal focused on regulating healthcare for minors in relation to gender identity treatments. The bill prohibits healthcare providers from administering treatments to children whose gender identity does not align with their biological sex, establishing a civil cause of action against violators. It restricts state funding for gender transitioning treatments, mandates that professional liability insurance does not cover damages from such treatments, and requires disciplinary actions against providers who perform these procedures. The act also adds violations to the definition of unprofessional conduct for physicians and includes definitions for terms like "child," "gender dysphoria," and "social transitioning."

Additionally, the bill amends existing laws regarding healthcare services in Kansas, clarifying terms related to advertisements, licensing, and healthcare entities. It repeals K.S.A. 65-2837 and updates the effective date of the act to its publication in the Kansas Register, rather than the statute book. The bill also reflects a change in terminology by replacing "health care" with "healthcare" in several instances. Overall, the act aims to enforce strict regulations on gender identity treatments for minors while providing avenues for legal recourse for those harmed by such practices.

Statutes affected:
As introduced: 65-2837
As Amended by House Committee: 65-2837