Protecting Families from Fertility Fraud Act of 2026
To amend title 18, United States Code, to criminalize abuse with respect to assisted reproductive technology.
This bill, HB8295, aims to make it a crime to commit fraud related to assisted reproductive technology. If passed, it would add new rules to the U.S. Code to protect families using services like in-vitro fertilization (IVF) from being misled or defrauded by unscrupulous providers. This could include actions like lying about the use of the intended parents' genetic material, misrepresenting the success rates of procedures, or other deceptive practices.
The bill would affect anyone involved in assisted reproductive technology, including clinics, providers, and patients. It seeks to ensure that families seeking fertility treatments can trust the services they receive and that providers are held accountable for honest and transparent practices. By criminalizing certain fraudulent activities, the bill aims to protect individuals' rights and well-being.
As of April 15, 2026, the bill has been introduced in the House and referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary. This is the first step in the legislative process, where the bill will be reviewed and potentially debated before any further action is taken.
