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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.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_S_2959
Sponsor: Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS]
Process start date: 2025-10-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Passport Sanity Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_S_2959.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2025-10-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • 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.
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 Sen. Marshall, Roger [R-KS].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

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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