Congress criminalizes sex offenders using surrogacy to obtain children
H.R. 9131 — Protecting Kids from Creeps Act · Filed by Scott Perry (R-PA) · 26 cosponsors · Introduced Jun 3, 2026 · Referred to committee
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What it does
This bill makes it a federal crime for surrogacy agencies to knowingly or recklessly facilitate surrogacy agreements involving registered sex offenders, with penalties of 10–20 years imprisonment depending on intent. It also criminalizes sex offenders entering such agreements, voids any resulting surrogacy contracts, and strips convicted agencies of tax-exempt status and federal funding eligibility.
Why we flagged it
The bill's core function is to criminalize and prevent sex offenders from obtaining parental rights through surrogacy. It is a straightforward public-safety measure with clear enforcement mechanisms and no hidden provisions.
What the text implies
- Surrogacy agencies will face significant compliance costs to verify sex-offender status of all parties, potentially raising surrogacy costs for legitimate families.
- The bill does not address how agencies should verify sex-offender status across state lines or international contexts, creating potential enforcement gaps.
The full analysis lists 4 implications of this text.
Who it affects
The bill protects children from potential abuse by preventing registered sex offenders from obtaining parental rights through surrogacy. Ordinary citizens—particularly vulnerable children—benefit from a clear legal barrier and enforcement mechanism.