Bill
Bill > S2394
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Introduced
07/19/2023
07/19/2023
In Committee
07/19/2023
07/19/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/03/2025
01/03/2025
Introduced Session
118th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act to disqualify any State that discriminates against parents or guardians who oppose medical, surgical, pharmacological, psychological treatment, or clothing and social changes related to affirming the subjective claims of gender identity expressed by any minor if such claimed identity is inconsistent with such minor’s biological sex from receiving funding under such Act.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Guaranteeing Unalienable and Anatomical Rights for Dependents" or the "GUARD Act," amends the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act to disqualify any state from receiving funding under the Act if the state discriminates against parents, guardians, or legal representatives who oppose medical, surgical, pharmacological, psychological, or social interventions related to affirming a minor's gender identity that is inconsistent with the minor's biological sex as determined at or before birth. The bill allows parents, guardians, or legal representatives who experience such discrimination to bring legal action against the Department of Health and Human Services to enjoin the funding award and require the state to return the funds to the Treasury.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (on 07/19/2023)
Bill Topics
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ Gender, Identity and Sexual Orientation Discrimination
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
- ‐ Child Abuse and Child Custody
- ‐ Family Issues
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/senate-bill/2394/all-info | 07/20/2023 |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/118/bills/s2394/BILLS-118s2394is.pdf | 08/09/2023 |
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