ATLANTA (March 28, 2025) — Yesterday, House Bill 428 passed out of the Senate with bipartisan support. The measure codifies Georgians’ right to in vitro fertilization (IVF) by establishing that any future legislation in the Georgia Code cannot prohibit or prevent a person’s ability to obtain in vitro fertilization.
“An overwhelming majority of Americans, regardless of their political party, support the right to IVF,” said Sen. Elena Parent (D–Atlanta). “The passage of this measure is long overdue. Rather than feeling excitement about growing their families, Georgians have been anxious over their ability to access a vital family planning tool. I have introduced legislation in previous legislative sessions to protect access to contraception, as well as clarify that the definition or status of a human embryo created outside a human uterus would not compromise one’s right to IVF. Although this is a victory, Georgia Republicans are still working to restrict reproductive rights, holding a hearing on a bill to charge women with murder if they sought an abortion. I encourage Georgians to remain vigilant to protect their rights.”
More information about HB 428 can be found here.
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Sen. Elena Parent serves as Chairwoman of the Senate Democratic Caucus. She represents the 44th Senate District which includes portions of DeKalb and Clayton County. She may be reached at her office at (404) 656-5109 or by email at elena.parent@senate.ga.gov.
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