Idaho Surrogacy Laws
Stance of Courts Toward Surrogacy
Gestational surrogacy is now expressly permitted by statute.
Intended Parents Marital Status / Establishing Parentage
Idaho will recognize one or two intended parents, regardless of biological connection to the child, marriage of intended parents is not required.
Money Permitted?
Yes.
Summary of Law
Surrogacy is practiced, with legal parentage established through adoption proceedings.
Cases, Additional Info
Idaho Code 7-1601, “Gestational Agreements Act,” establishes legal guidelines and protections surrounding gestational carrier agreements, recognizes the Intended Parent(s) as the resulting child’s sole legal parents.