House Bill No. introduced by L. Schubert aims to revise laws related to child abuse and neglect, specifically addressing issues surrounding a child's gender transition. The bill prohibits the vaccination status of a parent or child, as well as a parent's opposition to a child's gender transition, from being considered as evidence in child abuse and neglect proceedings. This change is reflected in the amendment to Section 41-3-135, MCA, which now includes "and opposition to child's gender transition" as prohibited grounds for action.

Additionally, the bill mandates the emergency removal of a child who is transitioning gender with parental or guardian support, categorizing such a child as being in immediate or apparent danger of harm. This provision is included in the amendment to Section 41-3-301, MCA, which outlines the circumstances under which a child protection specialist or law enforcement may remove a child from their home. The bill emphasizes the importance of protecting children undergoing gender transition and seeks to ensure that their rights and well-being are prioritized in legal proceedings.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 41-3-135, 41-3-301
HB0754_1(1): 41-3-135, 41-3-301
HB0754_1(2): 41-3-135, 41-3-301
HB0754_1(3): 41-3-135, 41-3-301
HB0754_1: 41-3-135, 41-3-301