New York 2025-2026 Regular Session

New York Assembly Bill A11035

Introduced
4/23/26  

Caption

Provides for the issuance of birth certificates of a deceased parent to their child.

Impact

The implementation of Bill A11035 is expected to have significant implications for state laws governing public health and vital records. By allowing children of deceased parents direct access to their birth certificates, the bill aims to eliminate bureaucratic obstacles that may currently prevent these individuals from obtaining such documents. This could also reduce the burden on courts by minimizing the need for legal orders, thereby making the process more efficient for families navigating the complexities of loss.

Summary

Bill A11035 aims to amend the public health law in New York to facilitate the issuance of birth certificates to children of deceased parents. The proposed amendment specifically allows children to request certified copies of their deceased parent's birth certificates, provided they can demonstrate proof of consanguinity or adoption as per the regulations set forth by the commissioner. This change is intended to streamline the process, making it easier for children in such situations to obtain important legal documents that could affect their rights to inheritances or benefits.

Contention

While the bill has clear benefits, some points of contention may arise during legislative discussions. Advocates for the bill argue that it respects the rights of children and facilitates access to essential identity documents. Conversely, potential critics may raise concerns about the specificity of proof required to demonstrate consanguinity or adoption, suggesting that it could complicate the application process. The clarity and enforcement of these regulations will be crucial in addressing any opposition and ensuring the bill serves its intended purpose.

Companion Bills

NY S10246

Same As Provides for the issuance of birth certificates of a deceased parent to their child.

Previously Filed As

NY A10807

Provides for the issuance of birth certificates of a deceased parent to their child.

NY S04583

Relates to the health, safety and human rights of incarcerated pregnant individuals, incarcerated birthing parents and their children; requires the commissioner of corrections and community supervision to establish rules and regulations relating to conditions in institutions and correctional facilities and the treatment and care of birthing parents in such institutions and facilities.

NY A04879

Relates to the health, safety and human rights of incarcerated pregnant individuals, incarcerated birthing parents and their children; requires the commissioner of corrections and community supervision to establish rules and regulations relating to conditions in institutions and correctional facilities and the treatment and care of birthing parents in such institutions and facilities.

NY A02425

Increases the time frame for payments of certain expenses by adoptive parents to 180 days prior to birth and 45 days after birth.

NY S02666

Relates to the provision of breast pumps and related collection and storage materials to certain incarcerated nursing birth parents who are confined in or committed to an institution or local correctional facility with or without their child subject to specific time limitations; requires institutions and local correctional facilities to provide pumps and related materials to such incarcerated birth parents; requires the commissioner of corrections and community supervision to issue an annual report on data relating to incarcerated birth parents.

NY S09748

Establishes confirmatory adoptions providing for the adoption of children born as a result of assisted reproduction; allows for more than two persons to be named parents of a child; establishes presumed parentage and provides for the challenge and adjudication thereof; repeals certain provisions relating thereto.

NY A04880

Establishes confirmatory adoptions providing for the adoption of children born as a result of assisted reproduction; allows for more than two persons to be named parents of a child; establishes presumed parentage and provides for the challenge and adjudication thereof; repeals certain provisions relating thereto.

NY A01607

Relates to the provision of breast pumps and related collection and storage materials to certain incarcerated nursing birth parents who are confined in or committed to an institution or local correctional facility with or without their child subject to specific time limitations; requires institutions and local correctional facilities to provide pumps and related materials to such incarcerated birth parents; requires the commissioner of corrections and community supervision to issue an annual report on data relating to incarcerated birth parents.

NY S04555

Establishes confirmatory adoptions providing for the adoption of children born as a result of assisted reproduction; allows for more than two persons to be named parents of a child; establishes presumed parentage and provides for the challenge and adjudication thereof; repeals certain provisions of the domestic relations law and the family court act relating thereto.

NY S08937

Provides that a great-grandparent may apply to the supreme court for visitation rights with respect to certain minor great-grandchildren where either or both of the parents of such child is or are deceased.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.