Bill > HB2526

This bill modifies numerous provisions of Missouri state law to establish a strict definition of sex based on biological characteristics at birth, with significant implications across various state statutes. The bill defines "sex" as the state of being either male or female, as observed or clinically verified at birth, and explicitly states that there are only two sexes. It introduces new definitions for terms like "male," "female," "man," "woman," "boy," and "girl" that are tied to reproductive biological characteristics. The bill also includes provisions that explicitly state "gender identity" is not synonymous with or a substitute for sex, and emphasizes that individuals with differences in sex development are not considered a third sex. The changes affect a wide range of areas including education, professional licensing, law enforcement, healthcare, and legal documentation, with the overarching goal of establishing a binary, biologically-based understanding of sex across Missouri state law. The bill represents a significant legal effort to define and regulate sex-based classifications in state statutes, potentially impacting issues related to transgender rights, healthcare, education, and other areas where sex or gender classifications are relevant.

https://house.mo.gov/Bill.aspx?bill=HB2526&year=2026&code=R