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On 30 January 2025, the Swiss Federal Council announced plans for a comprehensive reform of the Reproductive Medicine Act (RMA) to align it with advances in reproductive medicine and contemporary social realities, while maintaining ethical safeguards.
The RMA, in place since 2001, currently prohibits egg donation, embryo donation and surrogacy, while restricting access to sperm donation to married couples (RMA Art. 3(3); Art. 4). Beyond the gap with current realities, the need for reform arises from the fact that many Swiss residents seek fertility treatment, most commonly egg donation, abroad – a trend the Federal Council views with concern.
Following its thorough evaluation of the RMA, the Federal Council reported mostly positive findings. The assessment confirmed that the act has effectively fulfilled its purpose, is properly implemented in practice, and provides adequate protection for embryos and children while preventing abuse. However, certain aspects require updates and improvements.
As to the plans already confirmed, the most significant change will be in allowing egg donation. In 2022, the Swiss Parliament mandated the removal of the current ban to address discrimination against couples in which the...