H.R.7293

Protecting Children in Surrogacy Act

Introduced·1/30/26

Prohibits covered sex offenders from obtaining children through surrogacy and outlines related legal definitions.

The Protecting Children in Surrogacy Act aims to prevent covered sex offenders from obtaining children through surrogacy. It defines terms such as "surrogate mother," "intended parent," and "surrogacy contract." The Act also establishes that federal courts cannot enforce surrogacy contracts where an intended parent is a covered sex offender. It includes provisions for jurisdiction and penalties for violations.

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Judiciary Committee
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Sponsors

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History

Jan 30

House

Introduced in House

Jan 30

House

Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.