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HB 1577 (2020)

Allow sex change on birth certificates without court order

Summary:

Allows an individual to obtain a new birth certificate based on a change of gender identity, as certified by a licensed health care provider. Parental permission is required if a minor seeks a birth certificate change. At the time of this bill's submission, a court order is required to change a birth certificate. This bill also allows a gender identity of nonbinary on a birth certificate.

Bill Sponsor:
Gerri Cannon
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Bill Became Law?:
No
Status Detail:
Tabled in the Senate
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