SB 227·TX·senate
Relating to the application review process for certain delayed birth certificates.
EnactedFiled Nov 12, 2024
Sponsor: West
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Effective on 9/1/25
Jun 20, 2025
Summary
The Charles Edward Barton Act changes Texas' review process for delayed birth certificates. Registrars cannot reject an application solely because some supporting documents conflict, provided the total evidence shows the applicant’s identity and birthplace. For people born before 1971, the certificate may be issued with only the parent whose identity is verified.
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