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Protecting Foster Children: Ban on Genital Surgery for Infants.

This bill aims to protect foster children born with variations in sex characteristics. It prohibits genital surgery on them before the age of six, unless medically necessary to save their life or address immediate physical harm. This ensures children can make their own decisions about their bodies when they are older.
Key points
Prohibits genital surgery on foster children under six with variations in sex characteristics, unless medically urgent.
States must implement these prohibitions and penalties to receive federal foster care grants.
Aims to protect children's bodily autonomy and prevent irreversible procedures without their informed consent.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_5730
Sponsor: Rep. Garcia, Sylvia R. [D-TX-29]
Process start date: 2021-10-26
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend part E of title IV of the Social Security Act to require States to prohibit genital surgery on foster children with variations in sex characteristics who are under six years of age as a condition of receiving grants under such part.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5730.

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 2021-10-26.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits genital surgery on foster children under six with variations in sex characteristics, unless medically urgent.
  • States must implement these prohibitions and penalties to receive federal foster care grants.
  • Aims to protect children's bodily autonomy and prevent irreversible procedures without their informed consent.
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. Garcia, Sylvia R. [D-TX-29].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Worker and Family Support.

Is this summary verified?

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

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know, that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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