Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act
Latest action (30 Jul 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
S. 5202, the "Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act," would bar the use of federal funds for research or publications related to gender transition in individuals under age 18. This includes observational studies that collect data on hormonal treatments or surgical procedures involving minors, when such research is conducted for the purpose of affirming a minor's perception of their sex or gender identity if that perception or identity differs from their sex. The bill defines "sex" as based solely on reproductive biology and genetics at birth.
The bill would primarily affect researchers, universities, hospitals, and other institutions that receive federal funding and study topics related to transgender youth, gender dysphoria, or related medical treatments. It could limit the scope of federally supported studies examining outcomes of gender-related care for minors.
The bill was introduced on July 30, 2026, by Senator Mike Lee, along with six Republican cosponsors, and has been referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. As an introduced bill, it has not yet received a committee vote, floor consideration, or further congressional action. Its future depends on whether the committee schedules hearings or a vote, and whether it advances to the full Senate.
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Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on July 30, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does S. 5202 do?
- S. 5202, the "Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act," would bar the use of federal funds for research or publications related to gender transition in individuals under age 18. This includes observational studies that collect data on hormonal treatments or surgical procedures involving minors, when such research is conducted for the purpose of affirming a minor's perception of their sex or gender identity if that perception or identity differs from their sex. The bill defines "sex" as based solely on reproductive biology and genetics at birth. The bill would primarily affect researchers, universities, hospitals, and other institutions that receive federal funding and study topics related to transgender youth, gender dysphoria, or related medical treatments. It could limit the scope of federally supported studies examining outcomes of gender-related care for minors. The bill was introduced on July 30, 2026, by Senator Mike Lee, along with six Republican cosponsors, and has been referred to the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. As an introduced bill, it has not yet received a committee vote, floor consideration, or further congressional action. Its future depends on whether the committee schedules hearings or a vote, and whether it advances to the full Senate.
- Has S. 5202 become law?
- Not yet. As of 30 Jul 2026, S. 5202 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S. 5202?
- S. 5202 was sponsored by Sen. Mike Lee [R-UT] (Republican-UT), with 6 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 5202?
- Introduced (30 Jul 2026).
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