The bill amends Florida law regarding informed consent for assisted reproductive technology (ART), particularly in vitro fertilization (IVF). It requires health care providers to obtain informed consent from commissioning couples before each IVF cycle, ensuring that the consent includes detailed information about the procedure, associated risks, and the couple's rights concerning embryo disposition. A written disposition agreement must be established, outlining future embryo use options, including storage, transfer, and research donation, while prohibiting the discarding of embryos for nonpayment unless specific conditions are met. The bill also emphasizes the need for clear communication, allowing for interpreters and ensuring patients can ask questions and withdraw consent without penalty prior to embryo transfer.

Additionally, the legislation mandates specific disclosures in the informed consent form, such as success rates from relevant organizations and options regarding embryo creation limits and transfer preferences. It promotes singleton births when medically safe and encourages discussions about single-embryo transfer to minimize multiple births. The bill sets guidelines for embryo disposition agreements, detailing patient choices in various scenarios and specifying conditions for embryo disposal. It also requires recordkeeping for consent forms and agreements for at least seven years and outlines enforcement measures, stating that failure to obtain informed consent may result in disciplinary action. The act is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
S 1044 Filed: 742.17