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Adoption Rules Change: Preventing Discrimination Based on Biological Sex Views.

This bill amends federal foster care and adoption programs to prevent discrimination against prospective parents based on their views regarding a child's biological sex. Agencies receiving federal funds cannot deny placement to parents who choose to raise a child consistent with their biological sex or who refuse consent for medical treatments related to gender transition. The goal is to ensure a broader pool of parents can participate in the adoption system without facing specific ideological barriers.
Key points
Federally funded adoption and foster care agencies are prohibited from denying placements based on a parent's intent to raise a child according to their biological sex.
Parents cannot be discriminated against for declining medical, surgical, or psychological treatments aimed at altering a child's appearance or validating a gender perception inconsistent with biological sex.
The law explicitly defines "sex" as biological sex (male or female) for the purposes of this provision.
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Print number: 118_S_3438
Sponsor: Sen. Cotton, Tom [R-AR]
Process start date: 2023-12-07
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

SAFE Home Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_3438.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-12-07.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Federally funded adoption and foster care agencies are prohibited from denying placements based on a parent's intent to raise a child according to their biological sex.
  • Parents cannot be discriminated against for declining medical, surgical, or psychological treatments aimed at altering a child's appearance or validating a gender perception inconsistent with biological sex.
  • The law explicitly defines "sex" as biological sex (male or female) for the purposes of this provision.
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. Cotton, Tom [R-AR].

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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