On June 4, 2026, the New York state legislature passed a bill that aims to change parental terminology in state laws to gender-neutral terms. If signed by Governor Kathy Hochul, the terms 'mother' and 'father' would be replaced with 'gestating' and 'non-gestating' parent, respectively, and 'paternity' would change to 'parentage.' The bill received approval from the Assembly in March and from the Senate on June 4. Hochul has 10 days to sign or veto the legislation, which would take effect on November 1 if approved. Proponents argue the changes reflect modern family structures, while critics contend that lawmakers should prioritize other pressing issues such as affordability and public safety.
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New York Assembly Passes Bill to Modify Parental Terminology
The New York state legislature has passed a bill to replace traditional parental terms with gender-neutral language. If signed by Governor Kathy Hochul, the changes will take effect on November 1, reflecting modern family structures according to supporters, while critics argue that the focus should be on more pressing issues.
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- ✕ canceling the loving terms of Mom and Dad
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New York Assembly sends bill to Hochul’s desk to replace ‘mother’ and ‘father’ with gender neutral terms
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New York Assembly Passes Bill to Modify Parental Terminology
