2009 Senate Bill 685

Require proof of citizenship for name change

Introduced in the Senate

July 15, 2009

Introduced by Sen. Tom George (R-20)

To require a person who petitions in probate court for an official name change to prove that he or she is a U.S. citizen, or has been a legal resident for at least one year. Also, to lower the age at which name changes are allowed from 22 to 18.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary