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Introduced
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024
12/31/2024
Introduced Session
193rd General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to regulate changes to previously issued birth certificates. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend the existing Massachusetts General Law (MGL) Chapter 46, Section 13 to allow for the amendment of birth certificates upon receipt of a court order changing a person's name. The key provision is that the commissioner or registrar of vital statistics will be required to amend the birth certificate to reflect the new name as requested by the person, their parents, guardian, or legal representative, using a method prescribed by the Department of Public Health.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4739 (on 07/01/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2283 |
| BillText | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/H2283.pdf |
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