H3095

Birth Certificates

Introduced·1/14/25
Introduced Text

Prohibits changes to gender on original birth certificates in South Carolina.

This bill amends South Carolina law to prohibit corrections to the gender listed on an original birth certificate. It mandates that courts establish records for name changes, gender at birth, and other details when registering a delayed birth certificate. The bill also specifies that courts cannot hear actions to change the gender on an original birth certificate. The changes take effect upon approval by the Governor.

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History

Jan 13

House

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Kilmartin, White

Apr 9, 2025

House

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Rankin

Feb 12, 2025

House

Member(s) request name added as sponsor: Edgerton