New York S00819 amends surrogacy laws to enhance protections and clarify rights for surrogates and intended parents.

New York S00819 amends the family court act and general business law to revise surrogacy agreements. Key changes include requiring comprehensive health insurance for surrogates, mandating life insurance policies for surrogates, and clarifying financial responsibilities of intended parents. The bill also specifies that certain surrogacy agreements executed before specific dates remain valid. These amendments aim to ensure the safety and health of surrogates and intended parents, and to provide clear guidelines for surrogacy programs.

New York S00819 amends surrogacy laws to enhance protections and clarify rights for surrogates and intended parents.

New York S00819 amends the family court act and general business law to revise surrogacy agreements. Key changes include requiring comprehensive health insurance for surrogates, mandating life insurance policies for surrogates, and clarifying financial responsibilities of intended parents. The bill also specifies that certain surrogacy agreements executed before specific dates remain valid. These amendments aim to ensure the safety and health of surrogates and intended parents, and to provide clear guidelines for surrogacy programs.