Prohibiting gender transition surgeries, treatments, and therapies to minors

SB 279 prohibits medical professionals in West Virginia from providing certain gender transition-related treatments or surgeries to minors under age 21. Specifically, it bans surgeries like hysterectomies or phalloplasty, hormone therapies exceeding natural levels, puberty blockers, and specific cosmetic procedures. The bill imposes penalties including license revocation and up to $10,000 fines for violations, with exemptions only for minors with medically verified genetic disorders of sexual development. It directly affects minors seeking gender-affirming care, medical providers, and healthcare facilities operating in West Virginia.