An Act protecting an individual's choice to use assisted reproductive technology.
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This law, officially titled the Preserving Access to Reproductive Efforts Non-Traditional Act, aims to protect individuals’ rights to use assisted reproductive technology (ART). It prohibits the Commonwealth from interfering with the use of medically appropriate ART methods or how they are provided. The bill clarifies the definition of ART to include various laboratory procedures involving human eggs or embryos. It also establishes a principle that future laws should align with this protection unless specifically excluded.
Key provisions
- Defines ‘assisted reproductive technology’ to include specific procedures like IVF and embryo transfer.
- Prohibits the Commonwealth from interfering with the use of medically appropriate ART.
- Specifies that ART methods must be medically appropriate.
- Requires future laws to be consistent with this protection unless explicitly excluded.
Who is affected
- Individuals seeking or undergoing assisted reproductive technology treatments.
- Healthcare providers offering assisted reproductive technology services.
- Fertility clinics and laboratories.
Notable changes
- Clarifies the scope of ART procedures covered by the law.
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- Pn 0866 Html
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Sponsors
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9 on record
Primary sponsor
Jennifer O'Mara
Cosponsors
Benjamin Sanchez
MaryLouise Isaacson
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