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New Adoption Rules: Ending Illegal Practices and Exploitation

This act aims to protect families and children in the adoption process by imposing strict penalties for illegal intermediation and advertising. It ensures that only licensed agencies and attorneys can assist with adoptions, safeguarding against fraud and financial abuse. This makes citizens feel more secure when seeking adoption assistance.
Key points
Ban on illegal adoption intermediation: Only licensed agencies and attorneys can offer adoption services.
Restrictions on adoption advertising: Advertisements can only be published by authorized entities to prevent misleading information.
Payment limit for placing parents: A $500 limit is introduced for payments to placing parents to prevent child commodification.
High penalties for violations: Individuals can face fines up to $100,000 and up to 5 years in prison, organizations up to $250,000 per violation.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_6220
Sponsor: Rep. Kuster, Ann M. [D-NH-2]
Process start date: 2023-11-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

ADOPT Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_6220.

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 2023-11-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Ban on illegal adoption intermediation: Only licensed agencies and attorneys can offer adoption services.
  • Restrictions on adoption advertising: Advertisements can only be published by authorized entities to prevent misleading information.
  • Payment limit for placing parents: A $500 limit is introduced for payments to placing parents to prevent child commodification.
  • High penalties for violations: Individuals can face fines up to $100,000 and up to 5 years in prison, organizations up to $250,000 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. Kuster, Ann M. [D-NH-2].

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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