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| Do FTM's have to register with the Selective Service?
YES! |
I was asked a very interesting question, which was, "Do
FTMs have to register with the Selective Service?"
I never thought of it, but it is a great question. I called the Selective
Service at (847) 688-6888 and found out that Female to Male transsexuals are exempt
from registering with the Selective Service, but they need the Selective Service
to give them a letter stating so.
This question has come up before, and the Selective Service will type
up this letter saying plainly that you are exempt from registering, but will not
say why.
This letter is important if an FTM applies for educational loans and a
few other things where that question is asked, "Did you register for the draft?"
They have to have that letter, or face the possibility of getting into serious trouble.
Since there are a lot of FTM's who are between the ages of 18 and 26,
then this is important information for them to have, whether there is a draft or
not. This has to get out to all the young men in our community. Spread the word.
The Selective Service is prepared for this, so call them if you have any
questions. Each young FTM must have this letter in their files.
Monica |