Bill · H.R. 3792· House(119-HR-3792)
KIDS Act
- Introduced
- 6/5/2025
- Last activity
- 6/5/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Jefferson Van Drew
- Cosponsors
- None
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
This bill, known as the "Kids Information Data Security Act" or the "KIDS Act," aims to amend title XI of the Social Security Act. It would prohibit healthcare providers participating in the Medicare program and State health care programs from requesting specific information from minors on intake forms. Specifically, it targets information related to a minor's gender identity or sexual preference. This prohibition applies if the information is not essential to the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of a condition. The Act also requires the Secretary of Health and Human Services to create a reporting mechanism for these instances.
Yes· 3 of 5
Does this protect people from being watched or searched?+6
The bill explicitly protects the privacy of minors by preventing the collection of sensitive personal information on intake forms.
Does this give people more control over their personal data?+5
The bill enhances the privacy of minors by restricting the collection of sensitive gender and sexual orientation data.
Would children be better off under this?+5
The bill provides increased privacy protections for minors regarding their gender and sexual orientation.
The opposite
Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?-4
The ban on collecting gender identity data may impede the ability of healthcare providers to provide gender-affirming or specialized care.
Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people?-3
While intending to protect privacy, the restriction on collecting gender identity information may hinder specialized care for LGBTQ+ youth.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Privacy Protection for Minors: The bill prohibits providers from requesting information regarding gender identity or sexual preference from individuals under 18 through intake forms or other documentation, provided it is not essential for diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of a condition (Section 2(a)(5)).
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Establishment of Oversight: The Secretary of Health and Human Services must establish a mechanism within 180 days of enactment so that individuals can report instances where prohibited information was requested (Section 2(a)(b)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Potential Hindrance to Medical Care: The bill prohibits the collection of information related to gender identity or sexual preference unless it is determined to be essential to the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of a condition based on applicable clinical guidelines or medical necessity criteria (Section 2(a)(5)(B)).
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Privacy Rights+6Increases Federal Power+3Improves Government Transparency+2
- Education And Technology
- Improves Data Privacy+5
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves L G B T Q Rights-3
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Children+5Good For L G B T Q Community-4
- 6/5/2025
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Ways and Means, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Introduced in House