Torts; limitation of action; body dysmorphia affirmation procedures; effective date.

HB 2149 sets a 20-year statute of limitations for lawsuits against healthcare providers or hospitals related to "body dysmorphia affirmation procedures." These procedures include gender transition services (like surgery or puberty blockers), anorexia-related weight-loss treatments, and Body Integrity Identity Disorder (BIID) procedures (such as amputations without medical need). The bill defines these terms specifically and excludes certain treatments like mental health counseling, DSD care, or emergency care from its scope. The law, effective November 1, 2025, directly affects healthcare providers performing these procedures and patients seeking legal action for related injuries.