Surrogacy; child born via surrogacy required to be relinquished directly to an intended parent, probate courts required to confirm identity of intended parents, State Department of Human Resources authorized to adopt rules

This bill establishes a legal framework for surrogacy in Alabama by requiring probate courts to confirm the identity of intended parents and ensure children born via surrogacy are given directly to them. It mandates that intended parents provide a certified court order to the birthing facility before a child can be released, and prohibits handing the child to anyone not identified as an intended parent. If an intended parent cannot physically receive the child in Alabama, the State Department of Human Resources will temporarily take custody until the parent arrives with proper documentation. The bill also requires hospitals and birthing centers to adopt policies ensuring compliance with these procedures.