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This bill amends existing Utah law regarding who can access vital records, which are official documents like birth and death certificates. Specifically, it expands the list of individuals who are considered to have a "direct, tangible, and legitimate interest" in obtaining a vital record. The bill adds a "liaison for homeless children or youth" as defined by the McKinney-Vento Homeless Education Assistance Improvements Act of 2001 to this list, allowing them to access records when assisting a subject. This change aims to facilitate support for homeless youth by ensuring relevant officials can obtain necessary documentation. The bill also clarifies that certain parents or family members may be restricted from accessing a child's vital record if they do not have legal custody or visitation rights, particularly in cases of parental rights termination or relinquishment for adoption. Finally, the bill sets an effective date of May 6, 2026.

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