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Federal Ban on Gender Transition Procedures for Minors; Funding for Detransition Support.

This law establishes a federal prohibition on performing, attempting, or referring minors (under 18) for any medical procedure related to gender transition, including hormonal treatments and surgeries. Healthcare providers and employers who violate this ban face substantial civil penalties starting at $100,000 per violation. The Act also creates a grant program to fund non-profit organizations that support individuals seeking to reverse (detransition) previous gender transition procedures.
Key points
It becomes illegal nationwide to provide gender transition procedures, including puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and related surgeries, to individuals under the age of 18.
Healthcare providers and institutions violating the ban face civil penalties of at least $100,000 per instance, with employers being jointly liable.
A new federal grant program is established to fund organizations offering free medical, nutritional, and counseling services specifically to help individuals reverse gender transition procedures.
Minors who received prohibited procedures, or their parents/guardians, are authorized to file civil lawsuits against the persons or entities that performed the procedures.
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Print number: 118_S_5424
Sponsor: Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]
Process start date: 2024-12-04
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

STOP Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_5424.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-04.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • It becomes illegal nationwide to provide gender transition procedures, including puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and related surgeries, to individuals under the age of 18.
  • Healthcare providers and institutions violating the ban face civil penalties of at least $100,000 per instance, with employers being jointly liable.
  • A new federal grant program is established to fund organizations offering free medical, nutritional, and counseling services specifically to help individuals reverse gender transition procedures.
  • Minors who received prohibited procedures, or their parents/guardians, are authorized to file civil lawsuits against the persons or entities that performed the procedures.
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. Marshall, Roger [R-KS].

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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