Louisiana HB1141 regulates gestational carrier agreements, requiring licensing, escrow, and counseling.
Louisiana HB1141 establishes comprehensive regulation for gestational carrier agreements, including licensing requirements for agencies, mandatory counseling, and financial protections. The bill mandates that gestational carrier agencies obtain a license from the Louisiana Department of Health, conduct background checks, and maintain independent escrow accounts for client funds. It requires all parties to undergo counseling sessions with a licensed mental health professional and prohibits agreements from conditioning compensation on pregnancy outcomes or termination.
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