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Austin, TX Chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America 🌹

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Updated meeting spot!
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October 8, 2025 at 12:30 AM
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Also, there's still time to get your Enhanced Library Card if you haven't already and want to win a superlative! See the Austin Public Library website for more information: library.austintexas.gov/enhanced
Enhanced Library Card | Austin Public Library
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September 12, 2025 at 12:36 AM
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Accessibility note: Masks encouraged, five high-quality air filters running throughout the event. Elevator on-site with accessible entrance. Food will be provided.
September 11, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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Get your ELC at your convenience, and join Austin DSA TRBA for a party (details TBA) when we reach 100 new ELC-holders by August 15!

Pledge to get and use an Enhanced Library Card as a primary form of ID whenever possible here: tinyurl.com/ELC-ID-Pledge
Wait, did you say something about a party? Yes, that’s right! If we can get 100 people to pledge to get and use an Enhanced Library Card as a primary form of ID by August 15th, we’ll throw a party! With House Bill 229 taking effect September 1, we want to make sure that as many people as possible have and are using their gender-free IDs by then. Pledge by adding your name here: tinyurl.com/ELC-ID-Pledge
July 16, 2025 at 12:55 AM
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Getting an ELC is FREE and takes just a few minutes at a local library branch (view the participating locations in the slides above). You’ll get your ELC printed right in front of you and can start using it right away to identify yourself to APD, the Austin Municipal Court, and more.
Why should I get one? We just went over what an ELC includes. What it does NOT include is a gender marker. House Bill 229, which will take effect on September 1, 2025, has codified reproductive system-based definitions of immutable, biological sex into state law. While we have yet to see what effects HB 229 will have, we anticipate it will prevent transgender Texans from seeking gender marker changes on their IDs. Getting an ELC means that you can identify yourself without outing yourself or disclosing your gender identity. That's not all! We're getting Enhanced Library Cards in solidarity, too. ELCs are also recommended for people in other marginalized communities, like those who are unhoused and undocumented immigrants. Even if you aren’t transgender, it’s a good idea to get an ELC. The more people who have and use an Enhanced Library Card as a form of identification, the more its use is normalized. That way, someone providing an ELC to a police officer won’t immediately be singled out. Protect yourself and other vulnerable members of our Austin community at the same time! How do I get one? To qualify for an Enhanced Library card you will need: to be over the age of 18, a photo ID, and proof of address. You will have to go to a participating library in person to present your documents and have a photo taken. Digital forms of ID and proof of residency are accepted. Enhanced Library Cards are available at nine Austin Public Library locations: Central Library, 710 W César Cháves ST. Cepeda Branch, 651 N Pleasant Valley Rd. Little Walnut Creek Branch, 835 W Rundberg Ln Menchaca Road Branch, 5500 Menchaca Rd. Milwood Branch, 12500 Amherst Dr. Ruiz Branch, 1600 Grove Blvd St. John Branch, 7500 Blessing Ave. Southeast Branch, 5803 Nuckols Crossing Rd. Terrazas Branch, 1105 E. César Cháves St.
July 16, 2025 at 12:55 AM