Pat Yes, this is true, must be a member of an approved society. For those on AOL you can just click on the hyperlink <A HREF="http://www.cslib.org/genesoc.htm">Genealogical Societies Incorporated or Authorized to do Business or Conduct Aff</A> for others go to: http://www.cslib.org/genesoc.htm This will give you the CT State Statute and what societies are approved. Jan