The bill, S.B. No. 84, aims to establish clear definitions for the terms "male" and "female" in the context of government documents, publications, and notices in Texas. It introduces a new subchapter to Chapter 2051 of the Government Code, which defines "female" as an individual whose biological reproductive system is developed to produce ova, and "male" as an individual whose biological reproductive system is developed to fertilize the ova of a female. The bill emphasizes the importance of recognizing biological differences between the sexes and asserts that government entities must only reference these two sexes when collecting or disseminating information regarding an individual's sex.

Additionally, the bill outlines the legislature's findings regarding the unique biological differences between males and females, including their implications for safety, discrimination, and the necessity of single-sex spaces. It highlights the historical context of discrimination faced by females and the need for clarity in definitions to protect these spaces. The provisions of the bill are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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