Michigan HB5339 mandates background checks for surrogates and intended parents in surrogacy agreements.

Michigan HB5339 amends the state's family law to establish new requirements for surrogacy agreements. Surrogates must be at least 21 years old, have given birth to at least one child, complete a medical evaluation, a mental health consultation, and pass a criminal background check. Intended parents, regardless of genetic relation to the child, must also be at least 21 years old, complete a mental health consultation, and have independent legal representation throughout the agreement process. The bill aims to ensure the safety and legal clarity of surrogacy arrangements in Michigan.

Michigan HB5339 mandates background checks for surrogates and intended parents in surrogacy agreements.

Michigan HB5339 amends the state's family law to establish new requirements for surrogacy agreements. Surrogates must be at least 21 years old, have given birth to at least one child, complete a medical evaluation, a mental health consultation, and pass a criminal background check. Intended parents, regardless of genetic relation to the child, must also be at least 21 years old, complete a mental health consultation, and have independent legal representation throughout the agreement process. The bill aims to ensure the safety and legal clarity of surrogacy arrangements in Michigan.