This bill amends section 1-01-34 of the North Dakota Century Code to clarify the definitions and usage of gender-related terms within the law. The existing language that states "words of one gender include the other" has been deleted, and new provisions have been inserted to specify that words used to reference an individual's sex, gender, gender identity, or gender expression must align with the individual's determined sex at birth, which is defined as either male or female.

Additionally, the bill outlines that if there is a dispute regarding an individual's sex, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, the determination will be based on the individual's DNA. The new language also mandates that this section applies to all policies, records, forms, and other materials used by entities receiving state funding, including public schools and state agencies. This change aims to standardize the interpretation and application of gender-related terms in North Dakota law.

Statutes affected:
INTRODUCED: 1-01-34