STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
RS27897 / S1387
This legislation amends Chapter 2, Title 39, Idaho Code, by adding a new section, 39-279, to provide for
changing the sex indicator on a birth certificate, to provide requirements for an amended birth certificate, and
to provide for certain name changes. This is being done to comply with a federal district court order.
FISCAL NOTE
There is no fiscal impact expected, since the form has already been created and the Department of Health and
Welfare is already processing requests for changes.
Contact:
Senator Fred S. Martin
(208) 332-1000
DISCLAIMER: This statement of purpose and fiscal note are a mere attachment to this bill and prepared by a proponent
of the bill. It is neither intended as an expression of legislative intent nor intended for any use outside of the legislative
process, including judicial review (Joint Rule 18).
Statement of Purpose / Fiscal Note Bill SOP/FN INTRODUCED: 03/02/2020, 2:34 PM