HF1908 (Legislative Session 94 (2025-2026))
Gender-affirming care provisions removed that limit the impact of laws.
Related bill: SF3321
AI Generated Summary
This Minnesota House bill (H.F. No. 1908) proposes the removal of provisions related to gender-affirming care from state law. Specifically, it seeks to amend child custody jurisdiction statutes and repeal certain existing laws that provide protections and access to gender-affirming care.
Key provisions of the bill include: - Amendments to Child Custody Jurisdiction Laws: The bill modifies statutes related to when Minnesota courts can assert jurisdiction over child custody matters, including the removal of language that allows a child’s presence in the state for gender-affirming healthcare to be a factor in custody determinations. - Repeal of Existing Laws: The bill repeals several Minnesota statutes that currently protect or facilitate access to gender-affirming healthcare services.
In summary, this legislation seeks to limit legal protections for gender-affirming care and remove provisions that currently allow Minnesota to have jurisdiction in certain custody cases involving minors seeking such care.
Bill text versions
- Introduction PDF file
Actions
| Date | Chamber | Where | Type | Name | Committee Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 05, 2025 | House | Action | Introduction and first reading, referred to | Judiciary Finance and Civil Law |
Citations
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"Clarifies that the presence of a child for gender-affirming health care meets jurisdictional requirements."
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