Senate Bill 52 proposes amendments to Wisconsin's vital records law, specifically altering the criteria for the inspection, disclosure, and issuance of copies of vital records. The bill changes the current fixed date of October 1, 1907, to a more flexible standard that allows for the inspection or disclosure of information contained in vital records if the event occurred at least 100 years prior to the date of the request. This means that the eligibility for accessing these records will automatically advance over time, based on the current date, rather than being tied to a specific historical date.

Key amendments include changes to sections 69.20 and 69.21, where the language now specifies that records can be accessed if the event occurred on or after January 1 of the year that is 100 years prior to the request date. This applies to various types of vital records, including birth records and uncertified copies. Additionally, the bill allows for the issuance of uncertified photocopies of vital records for events occurring before the new threshold date, provided that the request is made in writing and accompanied by the required fee. Overall, the bill aims to modernize access to historical vital records in Wisconsin.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 69.20(2)(b), 69.20, 69.21(1)(a)2.a, 69.21, 69.21(2)(a), 69.21(2)(b), 69.21(2)(d)1, 69.30(3), 69.30