Alabama Legislature Passes Bills to Protect IVF, Awaiting Governor's Signature

In response to a controversial court ruling, Alabama lawmakers have swiftly passed legislation to safeguard in vitro fertilization (IVF) services, with the bills now headed to Governor Kay Ivey for approval.

• Alabama's Supreme Court ruling that classified frozen embryos as 'children' prompted a swift legislative response to protect IVF services.
• The proposed bills aim to shield IVF providers from criminal and civil liabilities, ensuring the continuation of fertility treatments in the state.
• Several IVF clinics had paused services following the court decision, leaving many families in limbo and sparking widespread concern.
• The legislation received bipartisan support, reflecting the urgency to address the implications of the court's ruling on reproductive healthcare.
• Governor Kay Ivey is expected to sign the bills into law, reinstating IVF services and providing relief to affected families.

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