"Passing this bill is simple, but its impact is profound. It gives children the safety and dignity they deserve, and it treats their private life with the same care we afford in other sensitive cases."
"Starting July 1, when anyone who is under 18 years old petitions for a name change, the court is required to suppress the record. That means the petition will not be part of the public record and cannot be collected through searches or data harvesting."
"While the language of the bill itself does not mention trans people, it will have a huge impact for trans kids, which has always been the mission of the legislation."
Colorado Governor Jared Polis has signed Senate Bill 18, which protects trans children by sealing name change petitions for those under 18. The law ensures that these petitions are not part of the public record, safeguarding the privacy of trans minors. The only exception is for those with felony convictions. The bill aims to provide safety and dignity to children, allowing them to change their names without fear of exposure. It significantly benefits trans kids, aligning with the legislation's mission to support their rights.
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