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Another Coalition, This Time for Michigan

First published on June 2, 2023 • Last updated on June 1, 2023

Adoptee Rights Law Center is proud to be part of another state-level adoptee rights coalition, this time dedicated to repealing a discriminatory birth record law in Michigan.

What To Know About Minnesota’s New Law: A FAQ

First published on June 1, 2023 • Last updated on July 1, 2024

What the new Minnesota law does, plus how and when adult adoptees and their families can apply for a copy of the OBC.

We Did It!

First published on May 14, 2023 • Last updated on May 16, 2023

Thanks to all who pitched in for this effort. Collectively we raised $2,700, more than our goal.

The Byzantine Bill Known as AB1302

First published on April 20, 2023 • Last updated on April 21, 2023

A California bill known as AB1302 is a bureaucrat’s nightmare, or maybe it’s a real joy if you prefer a bundle of red tape and a meaningless, outdated government fixation on paper shuffling and secrecy.

South Dakota’s Equal Rights Law: A FAQ

First published on March 27, 2023 • Last updated on August 15, 2023

What South Dakota’s new law does, plus how adopted people can now apply for copies of their own original birth records.

YIKES! Hot Mess of a Bill in California

First published on February 17, 2023 • Last updated on February 17, 2023

A newly-introduced and unexpected bill in California is a hot mess. It preserves court involvement plus creates new rights of redaction for birthparents. Here’s what you need to know and what you can do to help.