Question 1

What does the Birth Information and Tracing Bill 2022 do?

Accepted Answer

Allows adopted persons and those with incorrect birth registrations to access their birth certificates, birth information, and early life records from age 16; those aged 18+ can also access full care and medical information. Establishes statutory tracing service through Tusla and Adoption Authority to locate and facilitate contact between persons seeking information about their origins and biological relatives. Creates Contact Preference Register allowing parents and relatives to record contact preferences; amends Civil Registration Act 2004 to enable people with incorrect registrations to use their preferred identity legally.

Question 2

What stage is the Birth Information and Tracing Bill 2022 at?

Accepted Answer

As of 11 Sep 2024, the Birth Information and Tracing Bill 2022 is at Enacted. Once a bill passes every stage in both Houses of the Oireachtas and is signed by the President, it becomes law.

Question 3

Who introduced the Birth Information and Tracing Bill 2022?

Accepted Answer

The Birth Information and Tracing Bill 2022 was sponsored by Minister for Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth, and was introduced on 12 Jan 2022.

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