Gender transition procedures; prohibiting certain use of public funds; prohibiting certain acts by certain public entities. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1793 prohibits the use of public funds - including state appropriations, fees, or revenue - for gender transition procedures or referrals. It directly affects state and local government-owned health facilities, county health departments, and public health employees who provide or refer for such care. The bill bans public funding for these procedures at public health facilities and requires disciplinary action (including termination) for state employees who violate this prohibition, with additional penalties for violations including fines up to $10,000 or jail time. The law takes effect July 1, 2026, and declares an emergency to expedite implementation.