What does Preamble of Stop Secret Counseling of Students Act do?

This bill proposes to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965. The proposed amendment would prohibit federal funds from being provided to public elementary and secondary schools. This prohibition applies to schools offering counseling, therapy, or guidance related to gender identity to students under 18 years of age.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Stop Secret Counseling of Students Act do?

This Act is formally titled the 'Stop Secret Counseling of Students Act'.

What does PROHIBITION ON GENDER-RELATED COUNSELING IN PUBLIC ELEMENTARY of Stop Secret Counseling of Students Act do?

This section amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to prohibit the provision of gender-related counseling to students under 18 in public elementary and secondary schools. Schools receiving funds under the Act are prohibited from providing counseling, therapy, or guidance related to gender identity, including assisting with gender support or social transition plans. Schools are also prohibited from encouraging or providing guidance to students on how to hide gender identity or social transition information from their parents. Parents of students have the right to bring a civil action for injunctive relief in federal district court against schools violating these requirements.

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Stop Secret Counseling of Students Act

Last updated: 3/18/2026 · Introduced: 3/18/2026

Author: Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL)

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This bill amends the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to prohibit public schools receiving federal funds from providing counseling, therapy, or guidance related to gender identity to students under 18.
Schools are prohibited from encouraging students to conceal their gender identity or social transition plans from their parents.
Parents can sue schools in federal court if they believe the school has violated these requirements.

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