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SB2357: Protect Children’s Innocence Act

: J.D. Vance (R-US) : May 25, 2026 Updated: Sep 30, 2023
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Bill ProgressIntroduced
  1. 1Introduced (current step)
  2. 2Passed One Chamber
  3. 3Passed Both Chambers
  4. 4Became Law

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Summary

A bill to amend chapter 110 of title 18, United States Code, to prohibit gender-affirming care on minors, and for other purposes.

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This bill would amend federal law to prohibit gender-affirming medical care for minors under 18 years old. Gender-affirming care includes medical treatments like puberty blockers, hormones, and surgeries that help transgender youth align their bodies with their gender identity. The bill was introduced by Senators J.D. Vance, Tommy Tuberville, and Mike Braun. It is currently in the early stage of the legislative process, having just been introduced.

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