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Prohibiting Gender Transition Procedures for Minors Under 18

This bill proposes to ban gender transition procedures for individuals under 18 years old. This means medical professionals would be prohibited from performing surgeries, administering hormones, or puberty-blocking drugs for gender transition on minors. Individuals who undergo such procedures would not be prosecuted, but they could sue the professionals who performed them.
Key points
Prohibits surgeries, hormone therapy, and puberty blockers for gender transition in individuals under 18.
Medical professionals violating this ban face fines, up to 5 years in prison, or both.
Minors who undergo these procedures will not be prosecuted but can file civil lawsuits against those who performed them.
The bill defines "biological sex" based on physical characteristics present at birth, irrespective of subjective gender identity.
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Print number: 118_HR_3328
Sponsor: Rep. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1]
Process start date: 2023-05-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Children From Experimentation Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3328.

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 2023-05-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Prohibits surgeries, hormone therapy, and puberty blockers for gender transition in individuals under 18.
  • Medical professionals violating this ban face fines, up to 5 years in prison, or both.
  • Minors who undergo these procedures will not be prosecuted but can file civil lawsuits against those who performed them.
  • The bill defines "biological sex" based on physical characteristics present at birth, irrespective of subjective gender identity.
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. LaMalfa, Doug [R-CA-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

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