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Protecting Parental Rights on Child Gender Identity; Funding for Child Abuse Prevention

This bill aims to protect the rights of parents and legal guardians who oppose medical, surgical, pharmacological, psychological, or social changes related to a child's gender identity if it is inconsistent with their biological sex. States that discriminate against such parents risk losing federal funding for child abuse prevention. Citizens can sue the Department of Health and Human Services if a state receives funds in violation of these rules.
Key points
States may lose federal funding for child abuse prevention if they discriminate against parents opposing gender identity transitions for minors.
Parents can sue the Department of Health and Human Services if a state receives funding in violation of these provisions.
The act seeks to protect parents who oppose medical or social interventions related to a minor's gender identity when it conflicts with their biological sex.
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Print number: 118_HR_6258
Sponsor: Rep. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3]
Process start date: 2023-11-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

GUARD Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6258.

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 2023-11-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • States may lose federal funding for child abuse prevention if they discriminate against parents opposing gender identity transitions for minors.
  • Parents can sue the Department of Health and Human Services if a state receives funding in violation of these provisions.
  • The act seeks to protect parents who oppose medical or social interventions related to a minor's gender identity when it conflicts 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. Banks, Jim [R-IN-3].

What is the latest detailed status?

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

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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