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SB 692

Public Health - As introduced, requires the attorney general to report to the speaker of the senate and the speaker of the house of representatives certain information regarding violations of the prohibition against using medical procedures to enable a minor to identify with, or live as, a purported identity inconsistent with the minor's sex or to treat purported discomfort or distress from discordance between the minor's sex and asserted identity. - Amends TCA Title 9; Title 14; Title 28; Title 29; Title 33; Title 34; Title 36; Title 37; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 56; Title 63; Title 68 and Title 71.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026)

Tennessee requires Attorney General to report violations of gender-affirming medical procedure restrictions for minors, expanding regulatory oversight across 12 state code sections.

Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Judiciary Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 692

Legislative bill overview

SB 692 establishes a reporting requirement for Tennessee's Attorney General to document violations of existing restrictions on gender-affirming medical procedures for minors. The bill modifies multiple sections of Tennessee Code, creating oversight mechanisms and expanding enforcement authority around what procedures are permissible for transgender youth.

Why is this important

This legislation directly affects healthcare access for transgender minors in Tennessee and establishes government monitoring of medical providers. It has significant implications for families, healthcare providers, LGBTQ+ youth, and medical practice standards in the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Medical autonomy vs. state regulation: Tension between physician-patient relationships and parental consent versus government restriction of specific medical procedures
  • Scope and enforcement: The broad amendments across 12 Tennessee Code titles suggest substantial regulatory expansion that may create compliance complexity and legal uncertainty for providers
  • Definition precision: "Purported identity" and "discordance" language reflects disputed terminology in ongoing national debates about gender identity recognition and affirming care standards
  • Reporting mechanisms: Attorney General reporting requirements could create chilling effects on legitimate medical discussions or documentation practices regardless of actual violations
  • Interstate medical tourism: Enforcement challenges when minors seek care across state lines, and potential constitutional issues under full faith and credit principles

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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