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AZ SB1094
Bill
Status
2/27/2026
Primary Sponsor
John Kavanagh
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AI Summary
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Establishes civil liability for physicians who perform irreversible gender reassignment surgery on minors in violation of existing Arizona law (section 32-3230)
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Parental consent does not serve as a defense against liability for the physician
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Successful plaintiffs are entitled to actual damages (including mental anguish without proof of other injury), exemplary damages, court costs, and reasonable attorney fees
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Statute of limitations extends to 25 years after the minor turns 18, or 4 years after the individual undergoes detransition treatment, whichever is later
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Adds new section 12-723 to Arizona Revised Statutes governing special actions and proceedings by individual persons
Legislative Description
Civil liability; gender reassignment surgery
Civil Liability
Last Action
House read second time
3/9/2026