Washington HB1157 expands eligibility for birth and death certifications to additional family members.

Washington HB1157 amends the state's vital records laws to allow more family members access to birth and death certifications. The bill specifies that certifications can be issued to a broader range of relatives, including stepchildren, stepparents, and grandchildren. It also allows funeral directors, title insurers, and government agencies to obtain certifications for official purposes. The bill maintains privacy protections by limiting the release of confidential information to specific individuals and purposes.

Washington HB1157 expands eligibility for birth and death certifications to additional family members.

Washington HB1157 amends the state's vital records laws to allow more family members access to birth and death certifications. The bill specifies that certifications can be issued to a broader range of relatives, including stepchildren, stepparents, and grandchildren. It also allows funeral directors, title insurers, and government agencies to obtain certifications for official purposes. The bill maintains privacy protections by limiting the release of confidential information to specific individuals and purposes.