HB 2185 Missouri House · 2024 Regular Session

Modifies provisions regarding assisted reproduction under the "Uniform Parentage Act"

This bill updates the state's Uniform Parentage Act to clarify legal parentage for children conceived through assisted reproduction using donated genetic material. It establishes that a spouse or intended parent who consents in writing to the procedure is legally recognized as the natural parent, while sperm, egg, and embryo donors are generally not considered parents unless they explicitly agree otherwise in a written contract. The law also allows courts to recognize oral agreements regarding parentage if there is clear and convincing evidence that the parties intended to share parenting responsibilities. Additionally, the bill requires written consent from all original genetic contributors when their material is used by intended parents who are not their spouses or partners. These changes aim to provide a consistent legal framework for families formed through modern reproductive technologies.
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Jan 2024
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Introduced Jan 3, 2024 Last action May 17, 2024
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May 17, 2024
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