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AR HB1894
Bill
Status
5/1/2017
Primary Sponsor
Mickey Gates
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AI Summary
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Requires Arkansas birth certificates to list biological sex as either male or female, determined at birth based on genetic code.
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Allows delayed listing of biological sex until the fifth birthday for individuals with genetic disorders or medical conditions that make sex determination difficult at birth.
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Permits amendment of biological sex designation only for individuals with genetic disorders similar to 5-alpha-reductase deficiency that become apparent in puberty or later, with medical evidence required.
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Prohibits amendment of biological sex listed on birth certificates except for the specific genetic disorder exception noted above.
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Repeals Arkansas Code § 20-18-307(d), which previously allowed amendment of birth certificates upon court order indicating sex change by surgical procedure.
Legislative Description
To Require That Birth Certificates List The Biological Sex Of An Individual As Determined At Birth; And To Prohibit Amendment Of A Birth Certificate To Change The Biological Sex Listed On A Birth Certificate.
Last Action
Died in House Committee at Sine Die Adjournment
5/1/2017