State lawmakers to explore banning foreign nationals from using Texas surrogates
· KRGV (NBC 5)
Texas lawmakers are considering a ban on foreign nationals using surrogates in the state, a move that could intertwine surrogacy with immigration and citizenship issues. The Texas Senate health committee will hear testimonies on this topic, following an interim charge from Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick. The Texas GOP recently endorsed a ban on commercial surrogacy for foreigners, citing concerns over U.S. citizenship for children born through these arrangements. Surrogacy experts warn that targeting foreign contracts may lead to broader restrictions affecting all Texans seeking surrogacy, especially as the state also debates funding for IVF procedures.
AI summary · Source: KRGV (NBC 5) →
