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Bill > S1495
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Introduced
02/10/2022
02/10/2022
In Committee
02/10/2022
02/10/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/08/2024
01/08/2024
Introduced Session
2022-2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill requires the issuance of one free copy of a birth certificate to a military veteran. Under the bill, a current or former member of the Armed Forces of the United States or the National Guard is to be eligible to receive one certified copy of his or her birth certificate upon request. Additional copies of the birth certificate are to be subject to the regular statutory fee. As used in the bill, "veteran" means any individual who has been discharged or released from service in any branch of the Armed Forces of the United States, or any discharged member of the American Merchant Marine who served during World War II and is declared by the United States Department of Defense to be eligible for federal veterans' benefits. "Veteran" is not to include an individual discharged or released under dishonorable circumstances.
AI Summary
This bill requires the issuance of one free copy of a birth certificate to a military veteran. Under the bill, a current or former member of the U.S. Armed Forces or National Guard is eligible to receive one certified copy of their birth certificate upon request, with any additional copies subject to the regular statutory fee. The term "veteran" is defined to exclude individuals discharged or released under dishonorable circumstances. The Commissioner of Health is also required to promulgate rules and regulations to implement the provisions of this act, which takes effect immediately.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee (on 02/10/2022)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2022/S1495 |
| BillText | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S1500/1495_I1.HTM |
| Bill | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/Bills/2022/S1500/1495_I1.PDF |
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