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Military Service Restrictions for Transgender Individuals: New Eligibility Rules.

New regulations change military service eligibility rules for transgender individuals. They specify who can serve and who is disqualified, based on a history of gender dysphoria diagnosis and undergoing gender transition procedures. These changes may impact military career opportunities for some citizens.
Key points
Individuals with a gender dysphoria diagnosis are disqualified from service, unless they have been stable in their biological sex for 36 consecutive months prior to accession.
Service members diagnosed with gender dysphoria after entering service may be retained if they do not undergo gender transition procedures and remain deployable in their biological sex.
Persons who seek or have undergone gender transition are disqualified from military service.
The Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) will require gender markers to match biological sex, regardless of previous changes.
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Print number: 118_HR_1112
Sponsor: Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]
Process start date: 2023-02-21
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Ensuring Military Readiness Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_1112.

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 2023-02-21.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Individuals with a gender dysphoria diagnosis are disqualified from service, unless they have been stable in their biological sex for 36 consecutive months prior to accession.
  • Service members diagnosed with gender dysphoria after entering service may be retained if they do not undergo gender transition procedures and remain deployable in their biological sex.
  • Persons who seek or have undergone gender transition are disqualified from military service.
  • The Defense Enrollment Eligibility Reporting System (DEERS) will require gender markers to match biological sex, regardless of previous changes.
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. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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