Establishes the "Defining SEX Act"

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This bill, known as the "Defining SEX Act," adds a new section to chapter 213 of Missouri law to define "female," "male," and "sex" based on biological reproductive systems. It clarifies that in existing state law, "gender" will be considered a synonym for "sex" and not for "gender identity," "experienced gender," "gender expression," or "gender role." The bill also states that individuals with a medically verifiable disorder or difference in sex development will receive protections under the federal Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Sponsorship · 4 Sponsors

Democrat0Republican4Independent0Other0

R · PrimeCathy Loy
R · CoJosh Hurlbert
R · CoBecky Laubinger
R · CoJeff Myers

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