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Equality in Laws Act: Gender-Neutral Language in US Code

This act aims to change the language in the U.S. legal code, replacing gender-specific pronouns and nouns with gender-neutral forms. This means legal documents will be more inclusive, potentially making them easier for all citizens to understand and interpret, regardless of gender.
Key points
All gender-specific pronouns and nouns (e.g., "he," "she," "his," "hers") will be replaced with gender-neutral forms (e.g., "the individual," "their," "them").
These changes will not alter the substance or meaning of the laws, only their linguistic form.
The goal is to create more inclusive and understandable language in legal documents for all citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_4373
Sponsor: Rep. Lee, Summer L. [D-PA-12]
Process start date: 2025-07-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Equality in Laws Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_4373.

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 2025-07-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • All gender-specific pronouns and nouns (e.g., "he," "she," "his," "hers") will be replaced with gender-neutral forms (e.g., "the individual," "their," "them").
  • These changes will not alter the substance or meaning of the laws, only their linguistic form.
  • The goal is to create more inclusive and understandable language in legal documents for all citizens.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Lee, Summer L. [D-PA-12].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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