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HB 1427

Reporting on gender transition procedures.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Brad Barrett and 3 co-sponsors

Indiana bill mandates healthcare providers report gender transition procedures to state authorities, creating a centralized data collection system with implications for medical privacy and care access.

Coauthored by Representatives Barrett, McGuire, Carbaugh
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Bill Summary · HB 1427

Legislative bill overview

HB 1427 requires healthcare providers and facilities in Indiana to report data on gender transition procedures performed within the state. The bill establishes mandatory reporting requirements to state health authorities, creating a centralized database or reporting system for these medical procedures.

Why is this important

This legislation directly affects healthcare privacy practices and medical reporting in Indiana. It also intersects with broader policy debates about medical autonomy, government data collection, and the regulation of gender-affirming care.

Potential points of contention

  • Medical privacy and confidentiality: Opponents may argue mandatory reporting creates privacy concerns and could deter patients from seeking care; supporters may contend transparency is necessary for public health monitoring
  • Scope and age restrictions: The bill's applicability to minors versus adults, and what procedures are included, will likely generate significant debate between those prioritizing parental rights/child protection and those emphasizing medical autonomy
  • Healthcare provider burden: Compliance costs and administrative burden on hospitals and clinics may be challenged as disproportionate, versus arguments that reporting is standard practice for many medical procedures

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

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