Requires Medicaid to cover gender-affirming care regardless of federal funding; prohibits discriminatory practices by health care entities and insurers; relates to coverage for treatment for gender dysphoria

Summary

The bill adds gender‑affirming treatment to the list of medically necessary services that must be covered by Medicaid, even when federal funds are unavailable. It also expands anti‑discrimination rules to health‑care entities, insurers, and public accommodations, ensuring they cannot deny services or benefits based on gender identity or expression. The changes aim to guarantee access to care for people with gender dysphoria and to protect them from bias in health and public settings.

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