35.65% Had a Neutral Stance on Italy’s Plans on Criminalizing Surrogacy Abroad

Italy is currently embroiled in a heated and widely debated discussion over a proposed bill that seeks to criminalize surrogacy arrangements, even in countries where it is legally permitted. The bill aims to make it a criminal offense for Italian citizens or residents to participate in surrogacy arrangements abroad, regardless of the laws in the host nation.

Proponents of the bill argue that it is necessary to protect the rights and dignity of women and the well-being of children born through surrogacy. They view commercial surrogacy as the commodification of the female body, raising ethical concerns about the potential exploitation of vulnerable women.

On the other hand, critics of the legislation assert that it infringes upon individual reproductive rights, freedom of choice, and the right to family life. They emphasize that many couples and individuals turn to surrogacy as a last resort due to medical reasons or infertility. Criminalizing surrogacy abroad would deny them the opportunity to become parents and limit their reproductive options.

The proposed surrogacy law in Italy has sparked a national and international discourse, with society’s diverse opinions on the ethical implications and individual freedoms associated with surrogacy. As the criminalizing surrogacy abroad bill continues to be deliberated, its outcome will significantly affect Italy’s stance on surrogacy and may influence discussions worldwide.

Real Research, an online survey app, has conducted a survey to gauge public opinion on the criminalization of surrogacy in Italy, even in legal countries for Italian citizens.

Highlights:

• 65.51% are aware of Italy’s plans to criminalize surrogacy for Italian citizens, even in countries where it is legal.
• 29.34% supported surrogacy abroad for both heterosexual and same-sex couples.
• Surrogacy is legal in 41.69% of respondents’ country of residence.

Italy’s proposed bill to criminalize surrogacy arrangements for its citizens, even in countries where it is legally permitted, has ignited a national and international debate. According to our survey on Italy’s debate to criminalize surrogacy, the results indicate that 41.85% of respondents were aware of the concept of surrogacy, 32.86% were aware of Italy’s plans on criminalizing surrogacy abroad, and 34.49% were unaware.

The proposed legislation has elicited diverse opinions on the ethical implications and individual freedoms associated with surrogacy. 29.34% of respondents believe that both heterosexual and same-sex couples should be allowed to pursue surrogacy abroad, while

27.01% said only heterosexual, and 20.52% said only same-sex couples. Meanwhile, 23.13% did not express a clear opinion on the matter.

Diverging Views on Governments Prosecuting Citizens for Actions Committed in Countries Where Surrogacy is Legal

The survey uncovered diverging views on governments prosecuting citizens for actions committed in countries where surrogacy is legal. According to the results, 38.68% of respondents believe that governments should have the authority to prosecute their citizens for actions like surrogacy arrangements conducted in other countries.

Subsequently, when asked about their stance on surrogacy in general, the respondents provided varied opinions. 31.35% expressed support for surrogacy as a practice, 38.71% remained neutral, and 30.14% opposed the concept of surrogacy.

Proposed Surrogacy Ban in Italy Arouses Concern for Parents-to-Be: 31% in Favor of Criminalization, 33% Opposed

If criminalizing surrogacy abroad was implemented, the proposed law could lead to severe consequences for Italian citizens seeking to become parents through surrogacy, with potential prison terms and hefty fines. Figures show that 31.38% of respondents supported the criminalization of surrogacy, while 32.97% opposed it.

This contentious issue reflects contrasting perspectives on the protection of women’s rights, children’s well-being, and individual reproductive choices versus potential limitations on personal freedoms and reproductive options.

As Italy’s lawmakers continue to deliberate on the bill, the outcome will significantly shape the country’s stance on surrogacy and may influence discussions on a global scale.