Bill > HR3669

This bill amends the REAL ID Act of 2005 to give states more flexibility in how they handle gender identification on driver's licenses and identification cards. Specifically, the bill allows each state to decide whether to include a gender or sex field on these identification documents. If a state chooses to include such a field, the bill requires that individuals can self-designate their gender without needing additional documentation like a doctor's note, and the state must offer options beyond just "male" and "female" - including an "unspecified" or "other" designation. The bill, titled the "REAL ID Gender Requirement Reform Act", removes existing federal mandates that previously required specific gender identification standards, effectively giving states more autonomy in how they approach gender identification on official documents. This change reflects a growing recognition of gender diversity and individual preferences in identification documentation, allowing for more inclusive and flexible approaches across different states.

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https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/house-bill/3669/all-info