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MS HB1099

MS HB1099
Incarcerated offenders; prohibit from petitioning to change name and/or gender.


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Introduced
01/17/2022
In Committee
02/11/2022
Crossed Over
02/03/2022
Passed
Dead
03/09/2022

Introduced Session

2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act To Enact The Real You Act Of 2022; To Define Terms; To Prohibit Physically Incarcerated Offenders From Requesting A Name Change; To Prohibit Minors From Requesting Legal Recognition Of A Gender Transition; To Provide Certain Exceptions; And For Related Purposes.

AI Summary

This bill, known as the Real You Act of 2022, prohibits physically incarcerated offenders from petitioning to change their name or legally recognize a gender transition. It defines key terms like "biological sex" and "gender transition petition," and establishes exceptions where a change of name may be permitted, such as if a district attorney, sheriff, Department of Corrections commissioner, or chaplain files the petition on behalf of the offender. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2022.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (5)

Last Action

Died On Calendar (on 03/09/2022)

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