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RepublicanBill · H.Res. 224· House(119-HRES-224)

Expressing support for the recognition of "Detransition Awareness Day".

Rep. Miller
Age: 67 years
Illinois
Introduced
3/14/2025
Last activity
3/14/2025 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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
Mary Miller
Cosponsors
Republican - 7Democrat - 0
Health
  1. Introduced
  2. In Committee

A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.

What this bill would do

This resolution expresses support for the recognition of "Detransition Awareness Day." It aims to acknowledge the experiences of individuals who have detransitioned or are in the process of doing so. The text highlights various health complications and social challenges faced by those who undergo sex trait modification interventions. It urges the development of policies for mental health services and informed consent. Additionally, it calls for legislative action regarding medical malpractice and requests a review of medical guidelines by the Department of Health and Human Services.

Yes· 3 of 5

  • Does this give the federal government more power?+1

    The bill requests federal agencies like HHS to review guidelines and sets a standard for medical ethics.

  • Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+1

    The resolution seeks greater transparency in the informed consent process for sex trait modification.

  • Does this protect the right to fair treatment by the courts?+1

    The bill advocates for extending the statute of limitations for medical malpractice claims.

The opposite

  • Would LGBTQ people be better off under this?-5

    The focus on detransition and critiques of gender-affirming care is often viewed as adverse to the interests of the LGBTQ community.

  • Does this expand the rights of LGBTQ people?-3

    The resolution's focus on detransition and critique of sex trait modification interventions may be viewed as contrary to broader LGBTQ+ affirmative rights.