The law has not yet been debated in parliament, and has been criticized for targeting same-sex couples specifically, but it would also extend to heterosexual couples who use surrogacy services abroad. If it passes, anyone breaking the law could face a two-year jail term and a fine of more than $1 million. In March, Meloni’s government also introduced legislation to extend the national ban on surrogacy to couples who use such services abroad. Giorgia Meloni claims victory to become Italy's most far-right prime minister since Mussolini
Leader of Brothers of Italy Giorgia Meloni votes at a polling station during the snap election in Rome, Italy September 25, 2022.
