This bill proposes to repeal the existing section 25-318.03 of the Arizona Revised Statutes and introduces a new section that outlines the legal framework for the disposition of in vitro human embryos. Under the new provisions, if parties involved in a legal proceeding regarding in vitro embryos have a written agreement on their disposition, the court is mandated to award the embryos according to that agreement. Conversely, if no agreement exists or if the agreement is ambiguous, the court will assess the interests of both parties to determine the appropriate disposition of the embryos.

Additionally, the bill clarifies definitions related to the terms "human embryo" and "in vitro" by referencing their meanings as defined in section 36-2311 of the Arizona Revised Statutes. This update aims to provide clearer guidelines for courts in handling cases involving in vitro human embryos, ensuring that the parties' intentions are respected when agreements are in place, while also establishing a method for resolution when they are not.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 25-318.03