Modifies provisions regarding assisted reproduction under the uniform parentage act
HB 1895 updates Missouri's Uniform Parentage Act to clarify parental rights in assisted reproduction cases. It requires written consent from an intended parent (not the biological parent) when using donated sperm, eggs, or embryos from a non-spouse donor, treating that intended parent as the legal parent. Donors are not considered legal parents unless they signed a written agreement beforehand, though oral agreements may be considered if documented evidence exists. The bill directly affects intended parents, donors, and individuals using assisted reproduction services in Missouri.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Dec 2025
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Dec 1, 2025
Last action May 15, 2026
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May 15, 2026
Committee
Referred: Emerging Issues(H)
lower
Dec 1, 2025
Introduced
Prefiled (H)
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
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Adrian Plank
DDemocratic
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