Congress·In Committee·S.Res. 643

Designation of Detransition Awareness Day

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

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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.

Mar 16, 2026

Submitted in Senate

Mar 16, 2026Senate

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

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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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