In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The federal government does not issue copies of birth certificates. You will need to request the certificate from the state of birth (not your current state of residence). Requirements for ordering and issuing a new birth certificate vary by state, so be sure to check before requesting. Some states will require you to indicate a specific reason for your request, and you may not be able to get a copy of your birth certificate (or a family member's) without providing a valid reason. Valid reasons may include: Passport applications Driver's licenses A child's school registration Social security benefits requests Employment benefits requests Other personal identification needs, especially those of an official or legal nature The federal Freedom of Information Act and its corresponding state laws govern open records requests, but only apply to public records. Birth certificates are not considered "public" under these laws. As a result, you are only entitled to receive another person's birth certificate if you have a certain type of connection to the person whose birth certificate you are requesting. These may include: Yourself, provided you are over 18 Spouse Parent Step-parent Sibling or half-sibling Son or step-son Daughter or step-daughter Grandparent Great-grandparent Power of Attorney Legal representative Note that this list varies by state. For example, in New York, you must have a court order to request a birth certificate as a spouse, child, or grandparent, but you do not need one as the individual named on the certificate or as a birth parent named on the certificate. The cost for a new birth certificate varies by state. Basic fees for a single certified copy range from about $5 to $40. Additional fees may apply if you request more than one copy. You may have to pay the full fee twice or you may receive a discount on the second copy, depending on state regulations. A processing fee between around $2 to $10 may apply for orders submitted online. Additional fees may also apply if you request an expedited service, special type of shipping and handling, or other special service. You may need to present one form of primary photo identification and two forms of secondary identification that show your name and address. Accepted forms of identification can vary by state. Primary identification may include: Driver's license State-issued non-driver photo ID card US Military issued photo ID Passport Secondary identification may include : Utility bills Telephone bills Recent letter from a government agency Government-issued employee ID badge Bankbook or checkbook Credit card or credit card statement Health insurance card Traffic ticket Recent lease A certified copy will have a raised state seal and the state registrar's signature. It may also be printed on security paper. Only a certified copy can serve as identification for legal purposes, such as obtaining a passport or driver's license. Uncertified copies do not suffice for these purposes, and their use is generally limited to personal records, such as genealogy projects. The restrictions for requesting an uncertified copy are usually more lax, and they may cost less to obtain than certified copies. In some states, this record is available to anyone who applies for it, regardless of that person's connection to the individuals listed on the certificate.
Summary: Know where you or your family member was born. Identify an acceptable reason. Know whether you qualify to request another person's birth certificate. Check the cost. Gather your identification documents. Determine whether you need a certified or uncertified copy.

Problem: Article: Go to restaurants, bars, and coffee shops that won't judge you for your lifestyle. Often times, these places will be located in the "gay district" of your city. If you live in a smaller city, search online for LGBTQ-friendly places by typing in the name of your city and the type of place you're looking for. For example, you might search "LGBTQ-friendly Philadelphia" or "Seattle crossdressing bars." For a streamlined search, you can also an LGBTQ directory like https://www.gaypinkspots.com/ or https://www.wearegayfriendly.com/ Coffee shops that are LGBTQ-friendly might have posters advertising gay, lesbian, and trans events on a bulletin board or their social media pages. Non-judgmental bars will often host LGBTQ events, drag shows, or LGBTQ musical acts. Non-gendered bathrooms are a good sign that a place is nonjudgmental and accepting. However, this isn't always the case. Go to a travel site featuring your city like CultureMap or Lonely Planet to see a list of LGBTQ-friendly places. Search your general area for clubs, bars, and other hangout spots that host crossdressing events. This could be anything from a drag show to karaoke and LGBTQ charity fundraisers. Get dolled up and mingle with other crossdressers and people who love crossdressers! If your city has an LGBTQ center, look at their website and peruse the "events" page. San Francisco, Portland, Austin, Providence, Baltimore, Philadelphia, Seattle, Salt Lake City, Los Angeles, and Orlando are the top 10 LGBTQ-friendly cities in the USA. These are places where you're more likely to find open-minded girls who might be interested in dating crossdressing men. Do an online search for local LGBTQ charities and see what events they have coming up. Note that these events aren't guaranteed to bring in single women looking to date crossdressers, but you can ask other crossdressers for dating advice. If you cross paths with any LGBTQ people, strike up a conversation and ask them their favorite places to meet single women. For instance, you could say, "I'm new to the scene and am wondering where I can go to meet girls. Any tips?" If you happen to meet someone who is an ally, feel free to ask them if they're familiar with any places where you can meet single girls. And if the ally is a single girl, you might hit it off! Allies are people who do not judge you for your lifestyle. In fact, they'll offer their enthusiastic support.
Summary:
Hang out at LGBTQ-friendly places. Attend crossdressing or LGBTQ events in your local area or nearest city. Don't be afraid to ask LGBTQ people or allies for advice.