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Prohibition of Federal Funds for Gender Transition Research in Minors.

This bill aims to prohibit the use of federal money for research and publications related to gender transition in individuals under 18. This means the government will not fund studies on hormonal treatments or surgeries for minors if their gender identity does not align with their biological sex at birth. This will impact the availability of research in this field.
Key points
Prohibits the use of federal funds for research and publications on gender transition in individuals under 18.
Defines sex based solely on reproductive biology and genetics at birth.
Restricts funding for research that would affirm a minor's gender identity incongruent with their biological sex.
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Print number: 117_HR_5894
Sponsor: Rep. Boebert, Lauren [R-CO-3]
Process start date: 2021-11-05
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_5894.

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 2021-11-05.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits the use of federal funds for research and publications on gender transition in individuals under 18.
  • Defines sex based solely on reproductive biology and genetics at birth.
  • Restricts funding for research that would affirm a minor's gender identity incongruent with their biological sex.
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. Boebert, Lauren [R-CO-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.

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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