As Donald Trump denies the existence of transgender individuals, Democratic states like Washington and Illinois are implementing measures to streamline legal name and gender changes. Washington's Department of Health has reduced the processing time for sex change requests on birth certificates from 10 months to just three days. Meanwhile, Illinois is repealing the requirement for name change notifications in newspapers, with a new law taking effect in March. These changes address safety concerns and reflect a commitment to equality amidst growing national tensions regarding transgender rights.
We know this law will help people - especially in this current national moment - and is consistent with our state's values of equality and the freedom to live our lives without harassment or harm.
Very proud to announce the Department of Health will now process all requests to change gender designation on birth certificates within three business days. Previously, there was as much as a 10 month wait.
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