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Prohibition on VA Funding for Gender Transition Surgeries for Veterans

This bill aims to prohibit the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) from providing or paying for surgical treatments related to gender transition. This means veterans seeking or planning such procedures will not receive financial or medical support from the VA for these services. This change could impact access to healthcare for some veterans.
Key points
The Department of Veterans Affairs will be prohibited from funding or performing gender transition surgeries.
Veterans seeking these procedures will need to find alternative sources for funding or medical care.
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Print number: 117_HR_5553
Sponsor: Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1]
Process start date: 2021-10-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To prohibit the Secretary of Veterans Affairs from providing or paying for surgical treatment related to gender transition.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5553.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Veterans Affairs will be prohibited from funding or performing gender transition surgeries.
  • Veterans seeking these procedures will need to find alternative sources for funding or medical care.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Bergman, Jack [R-MI-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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