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US HB7661

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/24/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mary Miller

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Origin

House of Representatives

119th Congress

AI Summary

  • Prohibits Elementary and Secondary Education Act funds from being used to develop, implement, or promote programs, activities, literature, or materials containing "sexually oriented material" for children under 18

  • Defines "sexually oriented material" to include depictions or simulations of sexually explicit conduct, as well as any material involving "gender dysphoria or transgenderism"

  • Specifically bans federally-funded programs that expose minors to nude adults, stripping, or "lewd or lascivious dancing"

  • Exempts standard science coursework (biology, anatomy, health), texts of major world religions, and designated "classic works" of literature and art from the restrictions

  • Defines approved classic literature and art by reference to specific publications including the Great Books of the Western World (1990 edition) and Smarthistory's AP Art History guide

Legislative Description

Stop the Sexualization of Children Act

Education

Last Action

Referred to the House Committee on Education and Workforce.

2/24/2026

Committee Referrals

Education and Workforce2/24/2026

Full Bill Text

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