DHSFinal Rule
Terminology Relating to Sex; Technical Amendments
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Summary
The Department of Homeland Security is updating how it uses sex-related terminology in its rules and policies to ensure consistency across all its documents. This technical update clarifies definitions and language that the agency uses when referring to sex in immigration, border security, and other DHS operations.
Key Points
- 1DHS is standardizing how it defines and uses the term 'sex' across all its regulations and official documents
- 2This update affects how the agency handles immigration cases, identification documents, and security procedures that reference sex or gender
- 3The changes are primarily technical in nature, meaning they fix inconsistencies in existing rules rather than creating entirely new policies
- 4The update may impact immigrants, travelers, and others who interact with DHS agencies like Customs and Border Protection and Immigration and Customs Enforcement
- 5This is part of a broader effort to ensure all federal agencies use clear and consistent language in their official rules
Key Dates
Published
May 21, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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