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Introduced
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
In Committee
03/17/2026
03/17/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
119th Congress
Bill Summary
A BILL To amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to prohibit the use of funds provided under such Act to develop, implement, facilitate, host, or promote any program or activity for, or to provide or promote literature or other materials to, children under the age of 18 that includes sexually oriented material, and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the "Stop the Sexualization of Children Act," amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to prohibit the use of federal funds for programs or materials for children under 18 that contain "sexually oriented material." This term is defined to include depictions of sexually explicit conduct, as well as material involving gender dysphoria or transgenderism, and specifically mentions exposing children to nude adults, stripping, or lewd dancing. The bill clarifies that this prohibition does not apply to standard science education, major world religions, classic literature, or classic works of art, with specific references provided for what constitutes "classic works of art" and "classic works of literature."
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (20)
Mary Miller (R)*,
Sheri Biggs (R),
Mike Bost (R),
Warren Davidson (R),
Troy Downing (R),
Randy Fine (R),
Paul Gosar (R),
Harriet Hageman (R),
Julia Letlow (R),
John McGuire (R),
Barry Moore (R),
Andy Ogles (R),
Burgess Owens (R),
John Rose (R),
Chip Roy (R),
Keith Self (R),
Greg Steube (R),
Marlin Stutzman (R),
Claudia Tenney (R),
Randy Weber (R),
Last Action
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 18 - 13. (on 03/17/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/7661/all-info |
| BillText | https://www.congress.gov/119/bills/hr7661/BILLS-119hr7661ih.pdf |
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