Summary

The Gender Equality Act (HR 319) aims to address the growing trend of gender-affirming treatments for minors.

Key Provisions

1. Prohibits payment for specified gender transition procedures for minors under the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP).
2. Excludes coverage of gender transition procedures from Essential Health Benefits under the Affordable Care Act.
3. Affects Medicare by prohibiting payment for specified gender transition procedures.

Impact on Healthcare Providers

The following entities will be affected by the bill:

• Healthcare providers who offer gender transition procedures to minors without adequate oversight or guidance.
• States that provide funding for CHIP programs.
• Private health insurance companies offering Essential Health Benefits.

Quotes from Proponents

“This bill will help prevent minors from undergoing irreversible and potentially harmful procedures.” – Representative [Name], Sponsor

References

This article is based on the text of HR 319, available at:

https://www.govinfo.gov/app/details/BILLS-119hr3205ih