It will be possible for every citizen to declare their first name and gender, while minors over the age of 14 will also need the consent of their parents.
The right to gender self-determination It is enshrined in new legislation agreed to by the ruling coalition, Justice Minister Marco Bushman and Family Affairs Minister Lisa Pau said, referring to “a good day for the country’s civil liberties.”
Under the new legislation, it will be possible to declare the first name and gender by each citizen, while minors over the age of 14 will also need the consent of their parents. For younger people, the relevant statement can be submitted only by parents.
The law also provides for a one-year period prohibiting the change of any declaration.
“We give each person the dignity he deserves through his individuality. “This will make the country freer, more open and more modern.” “It is normal for some people not to identify with their biological clock. “The discussion between the experts has been judged for a long time,” he said.
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