This legislation prohibits the use of federal funds by any Federal agency or Department to implement or enforce policies that compel employees or contractors to use another person's preferred pronouns if incompatible with their biological sex , or a name other than their legal name . The bill specifically defines "sex" as biological sex, either male or female, providing detailed biological criteria for each. To ensure compliance, the bill mandates that Federal agencies provide a formal response within 30 days to any employee or contractor alleging a violation. Should this response be unsatisfactory, the aggrieved individual gains a private right of action , allowing them to commence a civil action against the responsible agency. This mechanism empowers individuals to seek legal recourse for perceived violations of the prohibition. In such civil actions, courts may award various forms of relief, including injunctive relief , compensatory damages , and punitive damages up to $100,000, alongside reasonable attorney fees, with all actions required to be initiated within one year of the alleged violation. These provisions aim to provide robust enforcement and compensation for affected federal personnel.