Modifies provisions of law relating to custody of in vitro human embryos
HB 350 modifies custody laws specifically for children conceived through in vitro fertilization (IVF) or born via surrogacy. It establishes a presumption that equal parenting time is in the child's best interest, which can be overridden only by evidence of domestic violence or parental agreement. Courts must consider factors like the child's relationship with both parents, domestic violence history, and the child's adjustment to home/school when determining custody. The bill directly affects cases involving in vitro human embryos and surrogacy arrangements, clarifying custody standards for these specific scenarios under Missouri law.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Dec 3, 2024
Last action Jan 30, 2025
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Jan 30, 2025
Committee
Referred: Children and Families(H)
lower
Dec 3, 2024
Introduced
Prefiled (H)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Renee Reuter
RRepublican
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