Below are two links to research papers discussing the link of open vital records to identity theft. We recommend all genealogists review these as they formulate their own position on the heavily discussed proposed LD 1781.
Massachusetts Genealogical Council's White Paper - Framing a Discussion on Vital Records Access
The Case for Open Public Records - A Position Paper Prepared for the Association of Professional Genealogists
To learn more about LD 1781 and to follow it's progress, visit the State of Maine Legislature Bill Status Search Page and enter in the bill number.
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