Entry #13206: Intersex infant surgery in Australian Capital Territory

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RegionAustralian Capital Territory
IssueIntersex infant surgery
StatusFull ban
Start DateJun 8, 2023
End Date(none)
DescriptionThe Variation in Sex Characteristics (Restricted Medical Treatment) Bill 2023 bans intersex surgery on infants, and allows for individuals to make the decision themselves when they have capacity to consent.
Sourceshttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-06-08/act-bans-deferrable-irreversible-surgery-for-intersex-children/102453968


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StatusFull ban
Start DateJun 8, 2023
End Date(none)
DescriptionThe Variation in Sex Characteristics (Restricted Medical Treatment) Bill 2023 bans intersex surgery on infants, and allows for individuals to make the decision themselves when they have capacity to consent.
Sourceshttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-06-08/act-bans-deferrable-irreversible-surgery-for-intersex-children/102453968