This bill amends the Probate Code of 1939 to improve the legal framework for the safe delivery of newborns. It introduces the concept of a "newborn safety device," which allows parents to anonymously surrender their newborns to emergency service providers. The bill outlines specific requirements for these devices, including 24/7 accessibility, automatic locking after a newborn is placed inside, and a controlled environment for care. Emergency service providers are required to notify the Department of Health and Human Services about the locations of these devices and to provide public information regarding their use. Additionally, the bill clarifies the roles of emergency service providers, hospitals, and child placing agencies in accepting and transferring surrendered newborns, while offering legal protections against civil liability, except in cases of gross negligence.

Moreover, the bill establishes a timeline for nonsurrendering parents to file a petition for custody within 28 days of surrender notification, specifying the appropriate jurisdictions for filing. It also clarifies that if the court did not issue the initial order for the newborn, the proceedings must be transferred to the correct court. The bill presumes that a surrendering parent has relinquished their parental rights if they do not file a custody action within the designated timeframe. Additionally, it mandates the creation of a safe delivery program that includes a 24-hour toll-free hotline for information on prenatal care, adoption options, and the legal implications of surrendering a newborn, along with a pamphlet to educate the public about the program and newborn safety devices.