Question 1

What does the Non-Binary and Intersex Recognition Bill 2026 do?

Accepted Answer

Allows people to change registered gender to female, male, or non-binary on Gender Recognition Certificates and civil registers including births, deaths, adoptions, and stillbirths. Permits use of 'X' marker on birth, death, adoption, and stillbirth registers to record intersex status or unspecified sex characteristics. Extends discrimination protections in employment and public services to cover intersex people, treating sexual characteristics as protected ground like gender.

Question 2

What stage is the Non-Binary and Intersex Recognition Bill 2026 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 25 Sep 2026, the Non-Binary and Intersex Recognition Bill 2026 is at Second Stage in 34th Dáil. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Non-Binary and Intersex Recognition Bill 2026?

Accepted Answer

The Non-Binary and Intersex Recognition Bill 2026 was sponsored by Ruth Coppinger, and was introduced on 24 Sep 2026.

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