H 2560
An Act related to amending birth certificates
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Bill overview
This bill aims to establish a process for amending previously issued birth certificates in Massachusetts. Currently, there isn't a clear, standardized procedure for requesting or implementing changes to birth records. The legislation seeks to create a formal mechanism for individuals to update information on their birth certificates, ensuring greater accuracy and accessibility of vital records.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for requesting amendments to birth certificates.
- Specifies the types of information that can be amended.
- Outlines the requirements for submitting amendment requests.
- Defines the roles and responsibilities of relevant state agencies.
- Addresses potential fees associated with amending birth certificates.
- Creates a timeline for processing amendment requests.
- Requires the Department of Public Health to develop and implement the amendment process.
Who is affected
- Individuals seeking to correct errors on their birth certificates.
- Parents or legal guardians of children whose birth certificates require updates.
- State agencies responsible for maintaining birth records.
- The Department of Public Health
Notable changes
- Currently, amending birth certificates is not governed by a specific, formalized procedure.
- This bill introduces a standardized process for requesting and implementing changes to birth records.
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Primary sponsor
David T. Vieira
Cosponsor
David T. Vieira
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Bill H.2560 194th (Current)
An Act related to amending birth certificates
By Representative Vieira of Falmouth, a petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 2560) of David T. Vieira for legislation to regulate changes to previously issued birth certificates. Public Health.
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Presenter: David T. Vieira
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Displaying 4 actions for Bill H.2560
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 6/30/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/10/2025 from 09:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 3/16/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5234 |
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