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Funding Research on Barriers to Gender-Affirming Healthcare Access.

This bill authorizes $25 million annually for both the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) from 2024 through 2029. The funding is dedicated to supporting research into the obstacles citizens face when trying to access gender-affirming care. The goal is to understand how these barriers affect overall health outcomes, potentially leading to improved healthcare planning.
Key points
Authorizes $25 million annually for NIH and CDC (2024-2029) to fund specific health research.
Research will focus on identifying barriers to gender-affirming care and their impact on citizens' health outcomes.
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Print number: 118_S_2246
Sponsor: Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA]
Process start date: 2023-07-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Gender-Affirming CARE Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_2246.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-07-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Authorizes $25 million annually for NIH and CDC (2024-2029) to fund specific health research.
  • Research will focus on identifying barriers to gender-affirming care and their impact on citizens' health outcomes.
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 Sen. Markey, Edward J. [D-MA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-30.

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