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A string of legislative and administrative actions has made Montana one of four states where amending their birth certificates is nearly impossible for transgender people.

A spokesperson for DPHHS said Friday the survey results provide specific objectives to address moving forward.

A string of legislative and administrative actions has made Montana one of four states where amending birth certificates is nearly impossible for transgender people.

Beginning Saturday, July 16, Montana will transition to a new three-digit suicide prevention hotline to help callers find emergency mental health resources.

A string of legislative and administrative actions has made Montana one of four states where amending their birth certificates is nearly impossible for transgender people.

At 10 years old, Susan Howard knew she was a girl, even though her birth certificate said otherwise.

“Theres more work ahead, but were certainly excited to announce this achievement today."

It wasn't until last year, at age 62, that the Montana resident came to terms with being transgender.

Director Adam Meier will leave the state Department of Public Health and Human Services on Aug.12, citing a family health issue.

During a public hearing Thursday, almost 100 Montanans said they opposed a state health department rule that prevents transgender people from changing the sex on their Montana birth certificates.