Updates South Carolina's assisted reproduction parentage laws to clarify definitions and jurisdiction.

This bill amends South Carolina's assisted reproduction parentage laws by updating definitions and clarifying jurisdiction. It modifies the definitions of "assisted reproduction," "child," and "donor." The bill also specifies that the family court has exclusive jurisdiction over actions to establish parental rights in assisted reproduction cases. It ensures that intended parents are treated as legal and natural parents, even if donated genetic material is used. The bill takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

Updates South Carolina's assisted reproduction parentage laws to clarify definitions and jurisdiction.

This bill amends South Carolina's assisted reproduction parentage laws by updating definitions and clarifying jurisdiction. It modifies the definitions of "assisted reproduction," "child," and "donor." The bill also specifies that the family court has exclusive jurisdiction over actions to establish parental rights in assisted reproduction cases. It ensures that intended parents are treated as legal and natural parents, even if donated genetic material is used. The bill takes effect upon approval by the Governor.