Health (Assisted Human Reproduction) Act 2024

In short

This law, the Health (Assisted Human Reproduction) Act 2024, establishes a legal framework for assisted human reproduction (AHR) treatments and related activities. It aims to regulate practices such as gamete and embryo donation, storage, posthumous reproduction, genetic testing, and both domestic and international surrogacy.

What it regulates

• The provision and undertaking of relevant activities related to assisted human reproduction.
• Gamete and embryo donation for use in AHR treatment and embryo donation for use in ESC research.
• The storage of gametes, embryos, and tissues.
• Domestic and international surrogacy arrangements.

Who it concerns

• Individuals seeking or undergoing assisted human reproduction treatments.
• Donors of gametes and embryos.
• Providers of assisted human reproduction services.

Key points

• Relevant activities can only be provided or undertaken with a licence and in accordance with this Act.
• There are upper age limits for AHR treatment.
• Commercial relevant donation and commercial surrogacy are prohibited.
• Consent is required for various AHR procedures, with specific supplementary provisions for different scenarios.