1. United States
2. Ariz.
3. Letter

This proposed legislation to amend birth certificate policies raises significant concerns about discrimination and violation of personal freedoms. Requiring sex designations on birth certificates that can only be changed after surgical procedures and court orders is an invasive overreach that undermines the rights and dignity of transgender and non-binary individuals. Such measures perpetuate harmful stereotypes, stigma, and marginalization of an already vulnerable community. This bill's provisions fail to account for the complex realities of gender identity and expression, which are deeply personal matters that should not be subject to intrusive government regulation. Forcing individuals to undergo medical procedures or navigate complex legal processes to have their identity documents accurately reflect who they are is a violation of their fundamental human rights and personal autonomy. I urge you to reject this bill and instead prioritize policies that promote inclusivity, respect diversity, and protect the privacy and self-determination of all citizens, regardless of their gender identity or expression. Discrimination has no place in a just and equitable society, and this proposed legislation runs counter to those values.