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VT H0628

VT H0628
An act relating to amending a birth certificate to reflect gender identity


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Introduced
01/13/2022
In Committee
03/23/2022
Crossed Over
02/16/2022
Passed
04/05/2022
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
04/07/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 Session

Bill Summary

This bill proposes to authorize the State Registrar to amend or issue a new birth certificate to reflect an individualâ??s gender identity. This bill also proposes to authorize the VT LEG #358506 v.1 H.628 Department of Health to adopt rules that add new gender pronouns to the list of markers that be used on birth records.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to authorize the State Registrar to amend or issue a new birth certificate to reflect an individual's gender identity, including a third non-binary marker. The bill also grants the Department of Health the authority to adopt rules that add new gender pronouns to the list of markers that can be used on birth records. The purpose of this bill is to promote equity and mitigate future harm by providing a simple and equitable system for individuals to amend their vital records to accurately reflect and affirm their identities, regardless of gender.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Health and Social Services

Sponsors (34)

Last Action

House message: Governor approved bill on April 6, 2022 (on 04/08/2022)

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