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NJ A2144

NJ A2144
Requires issuance of one free copy of birth certificate to military veteran.

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Introduced
01/09/2024
In Committee
01/09/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
01/12/2026

Introduced Session

2024-2025 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. A "veteran" is defined as any individual who has been discharged or released from service in any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces or the National Guard, as well as any discharged member of the American Merchant Marine who served during World War II and is eligible for federal veterans' benefits. The bill excludes individuals discharged or released under dishonorable circumstances. Additional copies of the birth certificate would be subject to the regular statutory fee.

Committee Categories

Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Introduced, Referred to Assembly Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 01/09/2024)
(3 Companion Bills)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2024/A2144
BillText https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2024/A2500/2144_I1.HTM
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