Relating to permitting persons to refuse to participate in a irreversible transition surgery

HB 4356 (introduced January 15, 2026) prohibits requiring licensed physicians or others to perform or assist in irreversible gender reassignment surgery. The bill explicitly states that no medical professional may be compelled to participate in such procedures if they decline for any reason, including personal or medical beliefs. It directly affects healthcare providers in West Virginia who might otherwise face mandates to provide or aid in these surgeries. The law applies only to irreversible procedures defined under existing state code and does not restrict patient access to care.