FREEDOM TO FLY: Take Action to Protect Trans Passport Access

The federal government is currently attempting to undermine access to passports for trans people, and it's crucial that we act now! The U.S. Department of State has opened public comment periods on three crucial passport applications, and we must flood all three with our opposition to these harmful changes before it's too late. 

Our strategy? Our community and supporters should submit as many comments as possible to all portals. This will show massive public resistance, potentially leading to media attention and increased public awareness, making it harder for them to push these changes through. Each step is critical, and once you complete one, we’ll direct you to the next. 

Remember, the more comments we submit, the more difficult it will be for the government to deny us our rights. Your voice matters, and together, we can make a significant impact! 

💡 Things to Know: 

✔️ You can use an alias when submitting a comment, but an email address is required.
✔️ After you complete Step One, you’ll automatically be directed to Step Two. If you get lost, don’t worry—we’ll send you a confirmation email with the following link.
✔️ The deadline is coming up fast! Make sure to take action before the submission windows close.

The deadline for the third step was 3/17, but the other two portals linked below are still open and active until 11:59pm EST on 3/20. So if you haven't submitted any comments yet, you still have a chance! 

🚨 STEP ONE: DS-82 Passport Renewal

📅 Due: March 20, 2025
📄 Document Number: DOS_FRDOC_0001-6773
🔗 Take action now: Submit your comment here!

This step focuses on passport renewals, which many trans people rely on for updated gender markers. We must emphasize that restricting access to accurate passports is discriminatory and dangerous. Tell the State Department that accurate IDs are essential for our safety. 

Submit your comment now, then move on to Step Two.
 

🚨 STEP TWO: DS-5504 Name Change & Corrections

📅 Due: March 20, 2025
📄 Document Number: DOS_FRDOC_0001-6772
🔗 Take action now: Submit your comment here!

This step is about updating names and gender markers on passports. Tell the Trump administration that trans and nonbinary people deserve the right to correct their documents without unnecessary barriers. Once you submit, continue to Step Three.