Bill 9City of Edmonton
An Act to amend the Vital Statistics Information Act
Companion to the 2024 Bill 26 health-care restrictions. Strong opposition from Indigenous-rights, civil-liberties, and 2SLGBTQI+ organizations.
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Committee5
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3rd Reading7
Royal AssentSummary
Restricts changes to gender markers on Alberta birth certificates for individuals under 18 unless accompanied by parental consent and a clinical assessment. Politically contentious; opposed by 2SLGBTQI+ advocacy groups.
Legislative history
- Introduced
Tabled in the originating chamber by the sponsor.
- In committee
Reviewed clause by clause by a standing committee; amendments possible.