Donut Holes

Arizona’s New Donut Hole Law: FAQ

First published on December 31, 2021 • Last updated on October 12, 2023

The Arizona legislature enacted a new law in 2021 that blasted a hole into the middle of adoptee rights in the state. Whether you call that hole a gap, a pie hole, or a donut hole (as I do), it creates two unequal classes of adopted people in the state.

Michigan

First published on March 3, 2017 • Last updated on January 27, 2024

Adoptee rights and Michigan law, with a focus on original birth certificates, court records, descendants, and adult adoption.

Massachusetts

First published on March 1, 2017 • Last updated on January 31, 2024

Adoptee rights and Massachusetts law, with a focus on original birth certificates, court records, descendants, and adult adoption.

Arizona

First published on February 27, 2017 • Last updated on October 12, 2023

Adoptee rights and Arizona law, focusing on original birth certificates, court records, descendants, and adult adoption.