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HB 838 Ohio House · 136th Legislature (2025-2026)

Prohibit certain coverage for gender reassignment surgery

Summary
To amend sections 4117.10, 5747.50, 5747.502, 5747.504, 5747.505, 5747.51, and 5747.53 and to enact sections 9.051, 5164.21, and 5747.506 of the Revised Code to prohibit coverage for gender reassignment surgery under Medicaid and state and local authority employee health insurance plans.
Issues: ✗ HealthcareOpposes HealthcareBill explicitly restricts health coverage for gender reassignment surgery under Medicaid and employee plans, limiting patient access to necessary care.95% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentBill restricts employee health benefits by prohibiting coverage for gender reassignment surgery, which weakens worker protections and limits access to necessary medical care.85% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2026
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Governor
Introduced Apr 30, 2026 Last action May 13, 2026
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May 13, 2026
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Apr 30, 2026
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Josh Williams
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