📜 Human Reproductive Technology and Surrogacy Legislation Amendment Bill 2018
Legislative Council Second Reading - Committee Report TabledLABill 8823 August 2018
This bill amends the Human Reproductive Technology Act 1991 and the Surrogacy Act 2008 to enable same-sex couples and single men to access surrogacy and assisted reproductive technology (ART) services to become parents.
Impact
This bill impacts same-sex couples and single men who wish to become parents through surrogacy, as well as service providers in the reproductive technology sector. It aims to provide more equitable access to ART services and ensure compliance with anti-discrimination laws.
Key Changes
["Extends surrogacy access to same-sex male couples and single men.", "Clarifies eligibility for IVF treatment to include those 'likely to be' unable to conceive or give birth.", "Extends the functions of the Reproductive Technology Council to include advising on the Surrogacy Act 2008."]
Parliamentary Progress
- LA Second Reading MovedLA23 Aug 2018
- LA IntroducedLA23 Aug 2018
- LA Third ReadingLA9 Oct 2018
- LA Second Reading AgreedLA9 Oct 2018
- LC Second Reading MovedLC27 June 2019
Affected Sectors
healthother
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