TX HB2301

Requires the vital statistics unit to furnish a certificate of search results from the state registry of paternity within 10 days of receiving a request, establishing a specific response deadline where none previously existed

Applies to requests made by individuals, courts, or agencies authorized under Section 160.412(b) of the Family Code

Applies only to paternity registry search requests made on or after the effective date; requests made before that date remain governed by prior law

Takes effect September 1, 2025