The purpose of this legislation is to amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965 by prohibiting public elementary and secondary schools from using federal funds if they provide counseling, therapy, or guidance related to gender identity to students under 18 years old. The bill aims to restrict how schools address issues of gender identity with minors. Key provisions of the legislation include a clear ban on school employees or contractors offering any form of counseling or guidance related to gender identity to students who are not yet 18.