SC S0162

Restricts gender changes on birth certificates to only corrections from male to female or female to male, prohibiting any other gender designations

Defines "gender" as biological sex based on chromosomes, hormones, gonads, and genitalia present at birth

Limits gender changes on birth certificates to two circumstances: correcting clerical errors, or changes made within 12 months of birth for individuals born with medically verifiable disorders of sex development

Requires the Department of Public Health to promulgate regulations to implement these restrictions

Takes effect upon Governor's approval