Passports: End of 'X' Gender Option, Only 'Male' or 'Female'
This act changes how gender is designated on documents issued by the Department of State, such as passports and passport cards. Citizens applying for these documents will only be able to select 'Male' or 'Female' as their gender, meaning the 'X' (unspecified) option will no longer be available. This directly impacts individuals who identify outside the binary gender division and may require documents reflecting their identity.
Key points
The Department of State will only issue passports, passport cards, and Consular Reports of Birth Abroad with 'Male' or 'Female' gender designations.
The 'X' (unspecified) gender option will be removed from applications and issued documents.
This change applies to all new applications for passports, passport cards, and Consular Reports of Birth Abroad.
Status:
Introduced
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