Provides for a window of eighteen months for people to receive certain vital records without paying a fee
Bill A 8214, also known as the "Protect Our Vote Act," establishes a temporary 18-month period during which individuals can obtain certain vital records without paying a fee. It amends public health and domestic relations laws to eliminate charges for certifications, certified copies, or transcripts of birth, death, marriage, and dissolution of marriage records. This measure aims to make these essential documents accessible to the public for the specified timeframe.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
May 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced May 5, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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2
Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
lower
May 5, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO HEALTH
lower
1 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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