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Ban on Federal Funding for Gender Transition Research in Minors.

This bill prohibits the use of any Federal funds to finance research or publications related to gender transition for individuals under the age of 18. This means the government will stop funding studies, including observational ones, on hormonal treatments or surgical procedures aimed at affirming a minor's gender identity. For citizens, this restricts access to federally funded research and data in this specific medical area.
Key points
Federal Funding Cut: Public funds cannot be used for research concerning gender transition in individuals under 18.
Scope of Research: The prohibition covers observational studies on hormonal treatments and surgical procedures for minors.
Definition of Sex: Sex is defined solely based on reproductive biology and genetics at birth.
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Print number: 118_S_3035
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2023-10-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3035.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-10-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federal Funding Cut: Public funds cannot be used for research concerning gender transition in individuals under 18.
  • Scope of Research: The prohibition covers observational studies on hormonal treatments and surgical procedures for minors.
  • Definition of Sex: Sex is defined solely based on reproductive biology and genetics at birth.
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. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-26.

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