Bill > SB100

This bill, known as "Andee's Law," amends Georgia's birth certificate regulations to allow adopted individuals who are 18 years or older to obtain a copy of their original birth certificate. Under the new law, adopted persons can request an original birth certificate by paying a standard fee, with the understanding that the copy will be clearly marked as not legally valid. If the adopted person is deceased, their parents, siblings, or descendants can also request the original birth certificate. The bill applies to all applications submitted on or after July 1, 2025, and includes a comprehensive update to standardize terminology across various state code sections, replacing phrases like "certificate of birth" with "birth certificate" in multiple legal documents. This legislation aims to provide adopted individuals with greater access to their personal history and original documentation, addressing a long-standing concern for many in the adopted community who have been unable to easily obtain their original birth records.

Health and Social Services, Justice

https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/69936