"Under the statute, any Kansas driver's license that lists a gender marker inconsistent with a person's sex assigned at birth is automatically invalid. The law does not provide for a grace period. Instead, it declares that previously issued licenses that do not match the state's statutory definition of sex, defined in Kansas law as biological sex at birth, 'shall be invalid' upon publication."
"On Saturday evening, the rideshare company posted on Threads, 'If you live in Kansas and need a new way to get around, use code TRANSJOY for 50% off a ride this week,' with a pink heart and trans Pride flag emoji. In a follow-up post, Lyft added: 'valid through 3/9/26, up to $10 total discount. Supplies are limited.'"
"At Lyft, our purpose is to serve and connect, which means that we want to help everyone get to the people and places they love - no matter who they are or where they come from."
Kansas implemented Senate Bill 244, which automatically invalidates driver's licenses listing gender markers inconsistent with sex assigned at birth. The law provides no grace period and requires affected individuals to surrender invalid licenses and obtain new ones reflecting their assigned sex. The Division of Vehicles began notifying affected residents by mail, leaving transgender Kansans legally driving without valid credentials until compliance. In response, Lyft launched a promotional offer providing 50% discounted rides (up to $10) through March 9, 2026, using code TRANSJOY. The rideshare company stated the promotion aligns with its mission to serve and connect all people regardless of identity.
Read at Advocate.com
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