Gender-neutral “X” Designation on Massachusetts Identification
Status: Victory
Update: Gender X markers are now available in Massachusetts! Visit our Know Your Rights page to learn more.
S. 2207, “An Act relative to gender identity on Massachusetts identification,” is a bill that allows residents to amend their birth certificate and marriage license with a gender-neutral “X” designation. It is essential for all of us—including trans and nonbinary people—to be able to get government documents that accurately reflect who we are.
On July 28, 2023, S. 2207 unanimously passed the Massachusetts Senate.
On October 3, 2023, GLAD submitted testimony on H.3017.
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