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MS HB759
Bill
Status
1/31/2023
Primary Sponsor
Fred Shanks
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AI Summary
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Exempts children with a Certificate of Citizenship under the federal Child Citizenship Act from judicial proceedings required for obtaining a birth certificate following foreign adoption.
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Authorizes the State Registrar to issue a Certificate of Foreign Birth reflecting actual date and place of birth upon submission of required documentation, including the child's Certificate of Citizenship, foreign birth certificate with English translation, and U.S. Embassy-certified adoption documents.
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Requires submission of child's Social Security card, valid government-issued photo identification of parent(s), and proof of Mississippi residency.
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Requires the State Registrar to develop necessary forms for adoptive parents to request a Certificate of Foreign Birth.
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Takes effect July 1, 2023.
Legislative Description
Certificate of Foreign Birth; authorize without judicial proceeding under certain circumstances.
Last Action
Died In Committee
1/31/2023