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MS SB2861
Bill
Status
1/31/2023
Primary Sponsor
Melanie Sojourner
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AI Summary
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Prohibits health coverage plans in Mississippi from being required to provide coverage for gender reassignment surgery or services.
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Defines "gender reassignment surgery or service" as medical or surgical services that alter healthy physical characteristics typical for biological sex to create characteristics resembling a different sex, including genital or nongenital gender reassignment surgery for gender transition purposes.
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Applies to all insurance policies and healthcare coverage plans in the state, including group plans and the State Health and Life Insurance Plan.
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Takes effect July 1, 2023.
Legislative Description
Insurance; prohibit mandates for gender reassignment surgery or services.
Last Action
Died In Committee
1/31/2023