The measure allows birth certificates to be updated with three options: M, F, or X.<\/p>\n
\nEffective today! People born in NYC can now change the gender marker on their birth certificates to \u201cX.\u201d The third category makes birth certificates more inclusive to all gender identities. Here\u2019s what you need to know: t.co\/QyaSSVK7sE<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/38BcxCppzs<\/a><\/p>\n
\u2014 nycHealthy (@nycHealthy) January 1, 2019<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Additionally, transgender New Yorkers no longer need a letter from a doctor to correct the gender on their birth certificates. Instead, it\u2019s enough to bring in a notarized affidavit that explains that the gender marker needs to be updated to affirm one\u2019s gender identity.<\/p>\n
\u201cTransgender and gender non-conforming New Yorkers deserve the right to choose how they identify and to live<\/a> with respect and dignity,\u201d said Mayor Bill de Blasio in a statement.<\/p>\n
\u201cI have long advocated for this gender \u2018X\u2019 category option and I am proud that New York\u2019s birth certificates are now as inclusive as our City,\u201d said<\/a> City Council Speaker Corey Johnson.<\/p>\n
\u201cI hope everyone who chooses to change their gender marker knows that their City government has their back and supports their decision.\u201d<\/p>\n
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