Unanimous Consent Request--S. 3101 (Executive Session)
Senator Scott asked the Senate to pass the SAFE KIDS Act (S. 3101) by unanimous consent. He said the bill would bar paid surrogacy arrangements involving citizens or officials of countries like China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, arguing such arrangements could produce US-born children raised in countries that oppose America, and that it would penalize brokers arranging such deals; he said it would not affect IVF or surrogacy among Americans. Senator Durbin objected, saying the bill’s language was confusing and that it would not stop human trafficking or protect national security but instead attacks reproductive rights and birthright citizenship. Scott said he welcomed working with Durbin on the issue and reiterated his support for IVF and surrogacy for Americans. No action was taken because of the objection.Written by AI from the debate. Updated .
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