If you want a copy to take home you need to fill out HIPPA release forms.
I’ve never had to sign a release to get my own records, my son’s records (when he was a minor), or my husband’s records (now that I’m his caregiver). I don’t doubt that some facilities require that, but it’s never been required of me or mine.
I have to authorize release of records to anyone else, even different doctors, but that authorization doesn’t always have to be in writing. I can usually call one doctor, and have them transfer records to another doctor.