I 118th CONGRESS 1st Session H. R. 5981 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES October 18, 2023 Mr. Tony Gonzales of Texas introduced the following bill October 25, 2023 Referred to the Committee on Oversight and Accountability A BILL To prohibit the use of Federal funds to be used to support drag theater performances.

1. Prohibition No Federal funds are authorized to be appropriated or otherwise made available to any program, project, or activity that involves the hosting or that otherwise involves supporting drag shows, performances, testimonials, or any demonstrations involving drag. For purposes of this section, the term drag refers to dressing in clothing that is typical of the opposite gender, including by using exaggeratedly gendered mannerisms or by combining elements of typically male and female dress, or in elaborate or outrageous gendered costumes.