German parliament to vote on simplifying name and gender change for transgenders.

German parliament set to vote on simplifying name and gender change for transgender individuals, intersex, and nonbinary people under the "self-determination law". Existing "transsexual law" requires court decision and assessments from two experts. New law to take effect on November 1, allowing adults to change names and gender at registry offices without further formalities, notifying the office three months in advance.

April 12, 2024
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