The Constitutional Committee of Finland has approved the government's proposal to amend the Conscription Act, allowing certain changes regarding gender identity in military service. Specifically, the proposal permits individuals who have transitioned to female during their military service to continue their service under voluntary military service for women. This change aims to make military service more inclusive and supportive of gender identity rights.

Moreover, the amendment outlines that women who wish to continue their service after transitioning to male during their conscription would be able to do so without interruption, emphasizing the importance of accommodating different gender identities in national service. This proposal reflects a broader trend in Finland toward recognizing and supporting LGBTQ+ rights, particularly in public service roles like the military.

The Constitutional Committee has also recommended some verbal modifications concerning changes that pertain specifically to the Åland Islands, ensuring that the proposal can be considered under the ordinary legislative process. This step is significant in keeping up with societal changes and reinforcing the rights of individuals in voluntary military service, positioning Finland as a progressive country regarding matters of gender and military duties.