Take ACTION by contacting your California legislators and urging them to support AB 1084, which will streamline gender marker and name changes by removing objection windows for adults, and ensure prompt court and registry updates for youth with parental consent—affirming dignity and safety for transgender Californians.
- Find your California Assembly Member and Senator!
Sample script:
Hello, my name is [Your Name], and I’m calling from the Jewish Center for Justice to urge [Name of Assembly Member or Senator] to support AB 1084.
This bill is critical for streamlining the process of legal name and gender marker changes for transgender and nonbinary Californians. It removes outdated barriers—like public objection windows for adult petitions—and ensures timely updates to court and state records for minors with parental consent.
As a Californian and a person of faith, I believe in the dignity and autonomy of every individual. AB 1084 affirms these values by protecting privacy and removing unnecessary hurdles that often place trans individuals at risk. AB 1084 aligns with the values of justice and dignity that are core to our democracy and our Jewish tradition, which teaches that all people are created b’tzelem Elohim—in the image of God.
I urge [Assembly Member/Senator’s Name] to vote yes on AB 1084 and help create a safer, more inclusive California for all. Thank you.
What is JCJ advocating for?
AB 1084 would:
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Eliminate the unnecessary and burdensome six-week objection period currently required for adults and minors (with parental consent) seeking a court-ordered name and gender change.
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Require courts to issue decisions within six weeks—making the process faster, more accessible, and more affirming.
Why do we support it?
We believe that affirming someone’s identity is a sacred act. Delaying that affirmation serves no justice, only bureaucracy. Trans and nonbinary people deserve accurate legal documents—now, not months down the line. This bill cuts red tape and upholds dignity. Read more about our position on LGBTQ+ rights.
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