Arkansas Code
Subchapter 3 - Records Generally
§ 20-18-301. Content of certificates and reports

(a) In order to promote and maintain nationwide uniformity in the system of vital statistics, the forms of certificates, reports, and records required by this chapter or by rules adopted under this chapter shall include as a minimum the items recommended by the federal agency responsible for national vital statistics.
(b) Each certificate, report, record, and form required by this chapter shall be prepared in the format approved by the State Registrar of Vital Records.
(c) All vital records and reports shall contain the date of filing.
(d) Information required in certificates, reports, records, or forms authorized by this chapter may be filed, verified, registered, and stored by photographic, electronic, or other means as prescribed by the state registrar.