Why This Matters
The SAFE KIDS Act stops citizens from certain foreign nations from entering into surrogacy contracts in the U.S. to protect women and children from exploitation and trafficking.
If you are a woman considering surrogacy, this bill could change your options and legal protections.
Affects: This bill affects women in the U.S. who might consider becoming surrogates and foreign citizens seeking surrogacy.
What changes is this bill making?
1. This bill prevents citizens from certain foreign countries from using surrogacy in the United States. 2. It makes surrogacy agreements with these foreign citizens invalid and unenforceable. 3. The bill also imposes penalties on brokers who help arrange these agreements. 4. It aims to protect women in the U.S. from exploitation in surrogacy arrangements. 5. The bill addresses concerns about national security and human trafficking.
Who is affected?
This bill affects women in the U.S. who might consider becoming surrogates and foreign citizens seeking surrogacy.