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Congress·In Committee·S.Res. 643

A resolution designating March 12, 2026, as "Detransition Awareness Day".

Designation of Detransition Awareness Day

24 days ago·View on Congress.gov·Read full text

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Key Points

  • Sen. Blackburn introduced a proposal to make March 12, 2026, a special day called 'Detransition Awareness Day.' This day is intended to recognize people who started a gender transition but later decided to stop or reverse the process.
  • The resolution argues that medical treatments for gender changes, such as puberty blockers and surgeries, can cause permanent harm to children. It lists concerns about long-term health issues like infertility and bone density problems.
  • The document points to data showing that the number of children diagnosed with gender-related distress has tripled since 2017. It notes that tens of thousands of minors have received medical diagnoses or treatments in recent years.
  • This is a 'simple resolution,' which means it is a formal statement of the Senate's opinion. It does not change any laws, create new regulations for healthcare providers, or involve any government spending.

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Mar 16, 2026Senate

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

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Mar 16, 2026

Submitted in Senate

Mar 16, 2026Senate

Referred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1057)

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Official Title

A resolution designating March 12, 2026, as "Detransition Awareness Day".

Bill NumberSRES 643
Congress119th Congress
ChamberSenate
Latest ActionReferred to the Committee on the Judiciary. (text: CR S1057)
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