House Bill 1447 amends Tennessee Code Annotated regarding the treatment of minors, specifically in the context of gender identity. The bill modifies Section 63-1-169(b) by removing the phrase "for gender dysphoric or gender incongruent prepubertal minors" and replacing it with a broader definition that allows for treatment aimed at enabling a minor to identify with or live as a purported identity inconsistent with their sex, as well as addressing discomfort or distress related to a discordance between the minor's sex and asserted identity.

Additionally, the bill includes a severability clause, ensuring that if any part of the act is deemed invalid, the remaining provisions will still be enforceable. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2023, emphasizing the urgency of its implementation for public welfare.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 63-1-169(b), 63-1-169