Federal Agencies Must Stop Using the Term "Birthing Person".
This bill prohibits federal agencies from using the term "birthing person" in official documents, including forms and regulations. Instead, agencies must use sex-specific terms like "woman," "mother," or "pregnant female." This change affects the language the government uses when addressing citizens regarding pregnancy and parenthood.
Key points
Federal agencies are prohibited from using the phrase "birthing person" in all official documents and communications.
Agencies are required to use sex-specific terminology, such as "woman," "mother," or "pregnant female," when referring to individuals who are pregnant or giving birth.
The change mandates specific definitions for terms like "female" and "mother" based on biological sex at conception for government documents.
Status:
Introduced
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