What does Preamble of STOP Act do?

This bill aims to prohibit gender transition procedures on minors. It authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to impose civil penalties on individuals who perform such procedures on minors. The bill's stated purpose is to prohibit gender transition procedures on minors and authorize civil penalties.

What does SHORT TITLE. of STOP Act do?

This bill is formally titled Safeguarding The Overall Protection of Minors Act.

What does DEFINITIONS. of STOP Act do?

This section defines several terms used within the Act. “Caretaker” is defined as an adult, not a parent, providing care and supervision to a child. “Detransition treatment” refers to treatments that stop or reverse gender transition effects or help individuals cope with those effects. “Female” is defined based on the presence of a reproductive system that produces eggs. “Gender transition” is defined as a process involving social, legal, or physical changes, potentially halting natural development or transforming physical appearance. “Gender transition procedure” encompasses hormonal, pharmaceutical, or surgical interventions for gender transition, with a detailed list of specific procedures provided. Certain services are excluded from the definition of “gender transition procedure,” including those related to disorders of sex development, genetic or biochemical testing, treatment of complications from prior procedures, and procedures necessary to address imminent physical danger. “Male” is defined based on the presence of a reproductive system that produces sperm. “Minor” is defined as an individual under 18 years of age. “Sex” is defined as an individual’s immutable biological classification as male or female.

What does GENDER TRANSITION PROCEDURES ON MINORS. of STOP Act do?

This section prohibits individuals from performing, attempting to perform, conspiring to perform, or aiding or abetting gender transition procedures on minors in certain circumstances. These circumstances involve interstate or foreign commerce, including travel, communication, payments, and the use of goods or facilities. The prohibition applies to employers and individuals engaged by others for remuneration if they violate the prohibition within the scope of their employment or services. The Secretary can impose civil monetary penalties of at least $100,000 per violation, considering factors like the severity of the violation and the violator's culpability. Individuals affected by a violation can bring a private civil action for damages, including compensatory, non-economic, and punitive damages. The Act establishes a 'Victims of Gender Transition Procedures Compensation Fund' to receive and distribute collected penalties. It is not a defense that gender transition procedures are required as a matter of standard practice. No person on whom a gender transition procedure is performed, or their parent/guardian/caretaker, is liable for civil monetary penalties. The Act clarifies that it does not create liability for counseling, referrals, or discussions of treatment options that do not constitute participation in a gender transition procedure.

What does OPENING AVENUES FOR VICTIMS. of STOP Act do?

This section establishes a grant program to support individuals reversing gender transition procedures. Eligible entities must be private nonprofit entities that meet specific requirements, including providing accurate information and adhering to privacy policies. Grant funds can be used for medical advice, education, employment assistance, and mental health services, but not for gender transition procedures or abortions, except in specific circumstances. The Secretary will monitor and review grant programs to ensure adherence to the section's purpose and requirements. Ineligible entities include those that perform, induce, or refer for gender transition procedures or abortions, except in specified cases.

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STOP Act

Last updated: 4/29/2026 · Introduced: 4/29/2026

Author: Roger Marshall (R-KS)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill prohibits individuals from performing gender transition procedures on minors when those actions involve interstate commerce, and authorizes the Secretary of Health and Human Services to impose civil penalties.
The bill establishes a compensation fund to distribute penalties collected from violations of the gender transition procedure prohibition.
It creates a grant program to support individuals reversing gender transition procedures, providing funding for medical advice, education, employment assistance, and mental health services.

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