Iowa HF2175 prohibits the purchase or sale of individuals, except for surrogate mother arrangements where no monetary consideration is involved.

Iowa HF2175 amends the state code to prohibit the purchase or sale of individuals, classifying it as a class "C" felony. This bill specifically excludes surrogate mother arrangements from this prohibition, provided the surrogate mother receives no monetary consideration or anything of value for her agreement. A violation of this law carries a penalty of up to 10 years in confinement and a fine between $1,370 and $13,660.

Iowa HF2175 prohibits the purchase or sale of individuals, except for surrogate mother arrangements where no monetary consideration is involved.

Iowa HF2175 amends the state code to prohibit the purchase or sale of individuals, classifying it as a class "C" felony. This bill specifically excludes surrogate mother arrangements from this prohibition, provided the surrogate mother receives no monetary consideration or anything of value for her agreement. A violation of this law carries a penalty of up to 10 years in confinement and a fine between $1,370 and $13,660.