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Fighting Fertility Fraud Act: Protecting Patients in Assisted Reproduction

This new law aims to protect individuals undergoing fertility treatments by penalizing the provision of false information about reproductive material or donors. It also allows victims, including donor-conceived individuals, to seek compensation. The goal is to enhance safety and trust in assisted reproduction processes.
Key points
Up to 10 years in prison or fines for knowingly providing false information about reproductive material (e.g., sperm, eggs) or donors.
Prohibits using reproductive material inconsistent with patient's written consent or without donor's consent.
Allows patients, their spouses, gamete providers, and donor-conceived individuals to seek damages for violations.
Compensation can include medical expenses and statutory damages of $20,000 per violation.
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Status: Expired
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_3710
Sponsor: Rep. McClain, Lisa C. [R-MI-9]
Process start date: 2023-05-25
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Fighting Fertility Fraud Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_3710.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2023-05-25.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Up to 10 years in prison or fines for knowingly providing false information about reproductive material (e.g., sperm, eggs) or donors.
  • Prohibits using reproductive material inconsistent with patient's written consent or without donor's consent.
  • Allows patients, their spouses, gamete providers, and donor-conceived individuals to seek damages for violations.
  • Compensation can include medical expenses and statutory damages of $20,000 per violation.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. McClain, Lisa C. [R-MI-9].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-25.

What is the impact of this bill?

We don't know—that is up to you to decide. Summarizing raw data with AI is fundamentally different from predicting socio-economic outcomes. As of 2026, we believe impact assessment strictly requires a human in the loop to verify and judge.

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Health Family Courts and Law