Relating to: copies of and inspection or disclosure of information contained in certain vital records. (FE)
SB 52 updates access rules for historical birth records by changing the date cutoff from September 30, 1907, to "January 1 of the year that is 100 years prior to the request date." This means records for births occurring before that date (e.g., requests in 2024 would cover records before 1924) become more accessible. The bill requires uncertified copies of these older records to include a "not for identity purposes" notice and clarifies that written requests with fees are needed for access. It directly affects individuals seeking historical birth records and ensures consistent handling of these documents across state and local registrars.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 21, 2025
Last action Mar 23, 2026
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Introduced by Senator Jacque;
cosponsored by Representatives Kitchens, O'Connor, Sheehan and Wichgers
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André Jacque
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