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New Federal Lawsuit Right for Harm from Gender Transition Procedures on Minors.

This bill creates a federal right for individuals to sue clinics, doctors, and affiliated institutions if they received gender transition procedures (puberty blockers, hormones, surgery) as minors and suffered physical or mental health harm as a result. It also bans the use of federal funds for these procedures and the clinics that provide them to minors. Citizens harmed as children have up to 30 years after turning 18 to file a claim for damages.
Key points
Establishes a new federal civil lawsuit option against clinics and doctors for physical or mental harm caused by gender transition procedures performed on individuals under 18.
Victims can seek compensatory and punitive damages, and the law applies retroactively to past procedures.
Prohibits the use of federal taxpayer money to fund pediatric gender clinics or gender transition procedures for minors.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_S_457
Sponsor: Sen. Hawley, Josh [R-MO]
Process start date: 2023-02-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Protecting Our Kids from Child Abuse Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_457.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-02-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a new federal civil lawsuit option against clinics and doctors for physical or mental harm caused by gender transition procedures performed on individuals under 18.
  • Victims can seek compensatory and punitive damages, and the law applies retroactively to past procedures.
  • Prohibits the use of federal taxpayer money to fund pediatric gender clinics or gender transition procedures for minors.
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. Hawley, Josh [R-MO].

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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