TN HB1665

Healthcare providers are prohibited from asking minors questions about gender identity, gender normalcy, or whether they identify as a gender different from their sex, unless a parent is physically present, provides written consent, and the question directly relates to a specific medical condition being evaluated

Health insurers and managed care organizations cannot require providers to ask these prohibited gender-related questions as a condition of payment, credentialing, quality scoring, or network participation

Parents must have full access to all written forms, questionnaires, and electronic assessments presented to their minor child in healthcare settings

Violations by healthcare providers constitute unprofessional conduct subject to licensing board discipline; violations by insurers constitute unfair or deceptive trade practices under the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act

Effective July 1, 2026; exceptions exist for emancipated minors, emergency treatment, military members, and screening for trafficking or abuse victims