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HB 2062

sex-based terms; laws; rules; regulations

57th Legislature - First Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Fink and 3 co-sponsors

Arizona bill requiring state laws and regulations use sex-based terminology instead of gender-identity language; passed legislature but vetoed by governor in April 2025.

Vetoed by Governor
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Bill Summary · HB 2062

Legislative bill overview

HB 2062 would require Arizona state laws, rules, and regulations to use sex-based terminology (male/female, man/woman, mother/father) instead of gender-identity-based language. The bill aims to standardize biological sex classifications across state government documents and legal frameworks while potentially restricting use of terms like "gender identity" in official state materials.

Why is this important

This bill directly affects how state government communicates and defines eligibility for services, benefits, and legal protections. The outcome influences access to healthcare, education, family law, and civil rights protections for transgender and non-binary Arizonans, as well as how state agencies interpret and apply existing laws.

Potential points of contention

  • Definitional conflicts: Sex-based language in some contexts (healthcare, sports, bathrooms) has different policy implications than in others (legal documents, vital records), yet the bill applies uniformly across all state regulations
  • Existing protections: Arizona law already includes gender-identity protections in some areas; this bill could create conflicts between different statutes or eliminate protections some populations currently rely on
  • Federal compliance: Some federal programs tied to state administration may require gender-identity recognition; blanket sex-based language could jeopardize federal funding or create legal liability

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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