South Carolina S0431 amends the state code to clarify parental rights in cases of assisted reproduction.

South Carolina S0431 amends the South Carolina Code to update definitions and procedures related to assisted reproduction. The bill clarifies that intended parents who conceive through assisted reproduction are treated as the legal and natural parents, even if donated sperm or ova is used. It also establishes that the donor is not considered the natural parent unless agreed otherwise in writing. The bill updates the jurisdiction of family courts to include actions for establishing parental rights in assisted reproduction cases.

South Carolina S0431 amends the state code to clarify parental rights in cases of assisted reproduction.

South Carolina S0431 amends the South Carolina Code to update definitions and procedures related to assisted reproduction. The bill clarifies that intended parents who conceive through assisted reproduction are treated as the legal and natural parents, even if donated sperm or ova is used. It also establishes that the donor is not considered the natural parent unless agreed otherwise in writing. The bill updates the jurisdiction of family courts to include actions for establishing parental rights in assisted reproduction cases.