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Act on Preventing Abuse in Gender-Affirming Care for Minors

This bill aims to allow individuals who underwent gender-related medical treatments as minors to sue those who performed these procedures. Citizens could gain the right to seek $250,000 in damages for each instance of such care, plus legal costs.
Key points
Establishes a right to sue individuals who performed gender-affirming medical treatments on minors (under 18).
Damages can be $250,000 per instance of care, plus recovery of legal fees.
Defines a broad range of gender-related medical treatments covered by the act, with exclusions for treating congenital conditions.
Lawsuits can be brought by the affected individual or their legal guardian/representative if the individual is a minor, incompetent, incapacitated, or deceased.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4953
Sponsor: Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1]
Process start date: 2025-08-12
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Gender-Affirming Child Abuse Prevention Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4953.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-08-12.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishes a right to sue individuals who performed gender-affirming medical treatments on minors (under 18).
  • Damages can be $250,000 per instance of care, plus recovery of legal fees.
  • Defines a broad range of gender-related medical treatments covered by the act, with exclusions for treating congenital conditions.
  • Lawsuits can be brought by the affected individual or their legal guardian/representative if the individual is a minor, incompetent, incapacitated, or deceased.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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 Rep. Mace, Nancy [R-SC-1].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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