Protecting Our Kids from Harmful Research Act

HR 6040 prohibits federal funding for research on gender transition treatments for minors under 18, including studies on hormonal or surgical procedures. It specifically bans funds for research aiming to affirm a minor’s gender identity if it differs from their sex assigned at birth, defined as reproductive biology and genetics at birth. The bill directly affects researchers and institutions seeking federal grants for this type of study. It does not restrict medical care for minors but limits government support for related research. This is a funding restriction, not a ban on clinical practices.