The bill would amend the Family Code as it relates to the definition of abuse of a child. Under the provisions of the bill, the definition of abuse would be expanded to include certain circumstances involving puberty suppression prescription drugs, cross-sex hormones, surgeries, or other medical procedures for the purpose of child gender transitioning or reassignment as outlined in the bill.
The Office of Court Administration and the Texas Department of Criminal Justice indicate the modifications outlined in the bill's provisions would not result in a significant fiscal impact. This analysis assumes costs incurred by Department of Family and Protective Service can be realized within existing resources. This analysis assumes the provisions of the bill addressing felony sanctions would not result in a significant impact on the demand for state correctional resources.
No significant fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.