Relating to the issuance of a certified birth record to a homeless individual.

SB 801 requires Texas state and local registrars to issue free certified birth records to homeless individuals upon request, without requiring a physical address. It defines a "homeless individual" as someone lacking stable housing or staying in temporary shelters (like transitional housing or shelters), excluding those in correctional facilities. The bill mandates that the Health and Human Services Commission create rules to verify homelessness and determine required documentation. This law takes effect September 1, 2025, and applies only to applications submitted on or after that date. The bill directly affects homeless Texans seeking vital records for essential services like housing, employment, or healthcare.