TRANS MICE Act

This bill would stop federal money from paying for certain animal research. It blocks any federal funding—direct or indirect—for studies that try to change a non‑human animal’s body so it no longer matches its biological sex. This includes using drugs, hormones, surgery, or other methods to alter the animal’s sex traits. The bill applies to “qualified animals,” which are non‑human vertebrates such as mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians.

Key points:

• Who is affected: Researchers and labs that use federal funds for animal studies.
• What changes: Federal funds could not be used for research aimed at changing an animal’s sex characteristics through drugs, hormones, surgery, or similar interventions.
• Which animals: Non‑human vertebrates, including mammals, birds, fish, reptiles, and amphibians.
• When: Would take effect if and when it becomes law.