Italy's parliament passed a law banning surrogacy abroad, extending a 2004 ban and imposing penalties for violators.

Italy's parliament has passed a law making it illegal for couples to pursue surrogacy abroad, particularly impacting same-sex couples. The legislation extends a 2004 ban and subjects violators to jail terms of up to two years and fines of €1 million ($1.1 million). Supported by Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni's far-right party, the law has faced criticism for its potential to infringe on civil rights and for targeting LGBTQ families amid a declining birth rate.

October 16, 2024
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