House Passes the Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act
The House passed this bill in May 2026 and sent it to the Senate. It is now waiting for the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions to review it. Many bills that pass the House do not move forward in the Senate, so it is unclear if this will become law.
217–198
The bill passed the House but will likely face strong opposition in the Senate where lawmakers are deeply divided on these issues.
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Transgender and gender-nonconforming students in elementary and middle schools would not be able to change their names, pronouns, or bathroom access at school without parental consent. For students whose parents are unsupportive, this effectively prevents them from being recognized by their chosen identity in school settings, which research links to higher rates of anxiety and depression among LGBTQ youth.
“a public school that receives funds under such Act shall obtain parental consent before changing a covered student's-- (1) gender markers, pronouns, or preferred name on any school form; or (2) sex-based accommodations, including locker rooms or bathrooms.”
Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.
On passage Passed by recorded vote: 217 - 198 (Roll no. 184).
Passed/agreed to in House: On passage Passed by recorded vote: 217 - 198 (Roll no. 184).
The House of Representatives voted to approve this bill. It now goes to the Senate.
On motion to recommit Failed by the Yeas and Nays: 207 - 208 (Roll no. 183).
On Motion to Recommit
On Passage
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Stopping Indoctrination and Protecting Kids Act
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