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Rep. Miller's Bill Sparks Controversy Over Trans Rights

2/27/2026

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Rep. Mary Miller introduced the Stop the Sexualization of Children Act (H.R. 7661) to ban sexually oriented material in schools.
The bill would bar any mention of transgender individuals and restrict federal funding for such materials.
Critics, including Alexsandra Vaca, argue the measure censors discussions about trans identities and could harm trans students.
Miller has a history of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, earning 0 on the Human Rights Campaign Congressional Scorecard.

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Story summary

Rep. Mary Miller introduced the Stop the Sexualization of Children Act (H.R. 7661) to ban sexually oriented material in schools.
The bill would bar any mention of transgender individuals and restrict federal funding for such materials.
Critics, including Alexsandra Vaca, argue the measure censors discussions about trans identities and could harm trans students.
Miller has a history of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, earning 0 on the Human Rights Campaign Congressional Scorecard.