Bill would bar federal school funds for sexually oriented material

Placed on the calendarH.R. 7661Latest action Jul 2, 2026

Sponsor: Mary E. Miller · Representative · IL

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Official title: Stop the Sexualization of Children Act

119th Congress

Topics: Education

Introduced: February 24, 2026

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HR 7661 would ban federal K-12 funds for sexually oriented content and classifies gender dysphoria/transgenderism material as such.

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What does this do?

HR 7661 would amend federal education law to stop schools from using Elementary and Secondary Education Act funds for programs, activities, or materials for minors that contain sexually oriented content, including nudity, stripping, or lewd dancing. It specifically defines material involving gender dysphoria or transgenderism as sexually oriented, barring its funding too. Exceptions remain for standard science classes, world religions, classic literature and art, and anti-trafficking safety programs.

Who does it affect?

The bill affects public schools and districts receiving federal education funding, along with their teachers, administrators, and students.

Why does it matter?

Schools would need to review curricula, books, and programs, particularly on sex education and LGBTQ-related content, to remain compliant and keep federal funding.

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Based on the “Reported in House” text of Jul 2, 2026.

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IntroducedFeb 24, 2026
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House voteYou are here · Jul 2, 2026
Senate
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Right now: it was placed on the , and the official record shows no floor action on it since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.

Latest action: July 2, 2026 — Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 632.

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Newest of these articles: Jul 15, 2026

pw.org
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Daily News Item 2026-07-15 10:46
Jul 15, 2026
“Book Riot has rounded up the latest wave of book ban-related bills making their way through D.C. These include HR 7661, or the “Stop the Sexualization of Chil...” — pw.org
bookriot.com
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An Excellent Example of Public Library Leadership Advocating for School Libraries
May 26, 2026
“Teton County Library's Board of Directors has issued a powerful statement against the passage of HR 7661, a national book banning bill.” — bookriot.com
stephenslighthouse.com
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When Censorship Becomes Normal: H.R. 7661
May 14, 2026
“When Censorship Becomes Normal What the Latest Reports and H.R. 7661 Reveal About the Future of Schools, Libraries, and Public Education https://aischoollibrari...” — stephenslighthouse.com
pw.org
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Daily News Item 2026-04-15 11:47
Apr 15, 2026
“PEN America has joined with one hundred organizations including the American Library Association, the American Booksellers Association, and the Children’s Boo...” — pw.org
publishingperspectives.com
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Penguin Random House Urges U.S. Congress to Reject Republican Book Banning Bill
Apr 14, 2026
“"The bill creates strong incentives for schools to remove or avoid a wide range of books and materials," wrote PRH SVP Skip Dye in a letter to lawmakers, adding...” — publishingperspectives.com

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