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U.S. Court Ruling Expands Passport Gender Marker Rights

7/9/2025

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Transgender and nonbinary individuals can now update their gender markers on U.S. passports, thanks to a pivotal court ruling that overturned a restrictive policy. While eight states still limit birth certificate changes, many others permit updates. The ACLU stands ready to provide legal support for those navigating this important process.

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Story summary

Transgender and nonbinary individuals can now update their gender markers on U.S. passports, thanks to a pivotal court ruling that overturned a restrictive policy. While eight states still limit birth certificate changes, many others permit updates. The ACLU stands ready to provide legal support for those navigating this important process.