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21st Century President Act: Gender-neutralizing legal terms for President's spouse.

This act updates federal law by removing gender-specific terms related to the President and their spouse. This means that legal provisions concerning protection and benefits for former Presidents and their spouses will now be gender-neutral. For citizens, this signifies a more inclusive legal framework that reflects contemporary societal understanding of family roles.
Key points
Replaced terms like "the wife of a former President" with "the spouse of a former President" to be gender-neutral.
Provisions for protection and benefits for former Presidents' spouses will now apply regardless of gender.
The act aims to modernize legal language to be more inclusive and reflect societal diversity.
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Print number: 117_HR_3285
Sponsor: Rep. Pocan, Mark [D-WI-2]
Process start date: 2021-05-17
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

21st Century President Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_3285.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-05-17.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Replaced terms like "the wife of a former President" with "the spouse of a former President" to be gender-neutral.
  • Provisions for protection and benefits for former Presidents' spouses will now apply regardless of gender.
  • The act aims to modernize legal language to be more inclusive and reflect societal diversity.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Pocan, Mark [D-WI-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Became Public Law No: 117-272.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-27.

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