If enacted, this bill would amend current statutes regarding the amendment of birth certificates in Arizona. It would explicitly prohibit the amendment of birth certificates to reflect a sex change, thereby removing the existing provision that allows for such changes based on sex change operations or chromosomal counts. Additionally, the bill would require that any other changes to a birth certificate not explicitly provided for in law must be supported by evidence proving factual inaccuracy beyond a reasonable doubt. This would tighten the criteria for amending vital records and ensure that the integrity and accuracy of birth certificates are maintained.

The bill also introduces a prohibition against judges pro tempore or commissioners from issuing orders to amend birth certificates, which is a significant change from current law. Furthermore, it makes technical and conforming changes to the existing statutes, ensuring that the language aligns with the new provisions. Overall, the bill aims to restrict the circumstances under which birth certificates can be amended, particularly concerning gender identity, while reinforcing the need for factual accuracy in vital records.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-337
House Engrossed Version: 36-337