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Children's Hospital Support: New Funding Rules and Restrictions.

This act extends funding for children's hospitals with medical education programs until 2028. However, it introduces new rules that may affect the availability of certain medical procedures for individuals under 18 in these hospitals. Citizens should be aware that hospitals performing specific procedures or administering drugs related to gender transition for minors may lose federal financial support.
Key points
Funding for children's hospitals with graduate medical education programs will be reauthorized until 2028.
Children's hospitals performing specified gender-affirming procedures or administering related drugs to individuals under 18 will be ineligible for federal payments.
Exceptions to the prohibition include medical conditions such as intersex conditions, genetic disorders, infections, injuries, or life-threatening illnesses.
The act defines the specific procedures and drugs covered by the prohibition, including gender-affirming surgeries, certain plastic surgeries, puberty blockers, and cross-sex hormones.
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Print number: 118_HR_3887
Sponsor: Rep. Crenshaw, Dan [R-TX-2]
Process start date: 2023-06-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Children’s Hospital GME Support Reauthorization Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3887.

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 2023-06-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Funding for children's hospitals with graduate medical education programs will be reauthorized until 2028.
  • Children's hospitals performing specified gender-affirming procedures or administering related drugs to individuals under 18 will be ineligible for federal payments.
  • Exceptions to the prohibition include medical conditions such as intersex conditions, genetic disorders, infections, injuries, or life-threatening illnesses.
  • The act defines the specific procedures and drugs covered by the prohibition, including gender-affirming surgeries, certain plastic surgeries, puberty blockers, and cross-sex hormones.
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. Crenshaw, Dan [R-TX-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 629.

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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