2 trans men sue Kansas over law invalidating their licenses and about 1,700 others

February 27, 2026

Two transgender men have filed a lawsuit against the state of Kansas over a new law that invalidates their driver's licenses and those of approximately 1,700 others, which do not align with their assigned sex at birth. The law, effective immediately, has been criticized for violating rights to privacy and personal autonomy, prompting protests at the state Capitol.

2 trans men sue Kansas over law invalidating their licenses and about 1,700 others

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The lawsuit was filed on the same day the law took effect.
The law requires driver's licenses to reflect biological sex instead of gender identity.
Governor Laura Kelly has expressed opposition to the law.
Approximately 1,700 driver's licenses have been invalidated by the law.
The law also imposes restrictions on bathroom use for transgender individuals.

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2 trans men sue Kansas over law invalidating their licenses and about 1,700 others

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