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TX HB1835

TX HB1835
Relating to a change of name and sex for certain persons and the issuance of associated vital records and documentation; authorizing a fee.


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Introduced
02/14/2019
In Committee
03/05/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/27/2019

Introduced Session

86th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to a change of name and sex for certain persons and the issuance of associated vital records and documentation; authorizing a fee.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Texas Health and Safety Code to allow persons born in Texas to apply for a new birth certificate with a change to their name and sex. The bill outlines the requirements for the application, including a sworn affidavit from a licensed physician stating that the applicant has undergone clinically appropriate treatment for the purpose of transitioning to another sex. The bill also authorizes the executive commissioner of the Health and Human Services Commission to set a fee for the application and adopt rules to implement the new provisions. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2019.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Referred to Public Health (on 03/05/2019)

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