What you need to know about surrogacy in Texas
Texas's surrogacy statute, part of the Family Code, explicitly authorizes compensated gestational surrogacy. The most direct path under the statute is specifically designed for married intended parents, though Texas courts have supported arrangements outside this exact path through other legal mechanisms. The statute requires court approval before the embryo transfer — adding certainty but extending timelines slightly. An experienced Texas attorney will walk you through exactly what applies to your situation.
What this means for you as a surrogate
Texas is a large, active state for surrogacy. The legal process is generally smooth when the situation fits the statute's specific provisions — your independent attorney will confirm how it applies to your particular match.