As we enter into the new year and a new presidential administration, it is important for LGBT individuals to prepare for potential legal and regulatory shifts. Being proactive in ensuring you have a sound plan to achieve your goals is key, especially when it comes to your estate planning, family building, and other needs. In her latest blog, KingSpry’s Adoption and ART Practice … [Read more...] about Preparing For Change: Key Recommendations As 2025 Draws Near
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United States House of Representatives Approves Resolution to Strengthen America’s Children and Families
Gaining bipartisan support, H.R. 9076 (the “Resolution”) was approved by the United States House of Representatives in a 405-10 vote on September 18, 2024. The Resolution moves on to the United States Senate for approval, and if passed, it will enact the Protecting America’s Children by Strengthening Families Act. KingSpry’s Adoption and ART Practice Chair and Family … [Read more...] about United States House of Representatives Approves Resolution to Strengthen America’s Children and Families
The IRS Announces Updated Adoption Tax Credit Provisions
On October 22, 2024, the Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”) issued Revenue Procedure 2024-40 (“Procedure”), wherein it announced the Adoption Tax Credit and Adoption Assistance Programs, which are set to take effect in 2025. KingSpry’s Adoption and ART Practice Chair and Family Law Attorney, Dorota Gasienica-Kozak, Esq., reviews the Procedure and highlights its key provisions regarding the … [Read more...] about The IRS Announces Updated Adoption Tax Credit Provisions
Uniform Parentage Act Gains Support of Pennsylvania House of Representatives
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Bill No. 350 (“HB 350”) on June 24, 2024, which intends to update Pennsylvania adoption and parenting laws. Upon passage in the Pennsylvania Senate, HB 350 will enact the Uniform Parentage Act (the “Act”). The Act will provide courts with a clear legal framework to ensure that families’ rights are protected. KingSpry’s Adoption and … [Read more...] about Uniform Parentage Act Gains Support of Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Pennsylvania to Offer Maternal and Newborn Supply Kit Program to New Families
In this issue of KingSpry’s heARTbeat blog, Adoption and ART Practice Chair, Dorota Gasienica-Kozak, Esq., reviews the proposed Maternal and Newborn Supply Kit Program and details how it will support new families in Pennsylvania. Proposal House Bill No. 2137 (“HB 2137”) was proposed by Representative La’Tasha D. Mayes. In her memorandum, Representative Mayes details … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania to Offer Maternal and Newborn Supply Kit Program to New Families
Proposed Perinatal and Postpartum Education Act to Support Pennsylvania Mothers
In this issue of KingSpry’s heARTbeat blog, Adoption and ART Practice Chair, Dorota Gasienica-Kozak, Esq., reviews the proposed Perinatal and Postpartum Education Act and details how it will support women in Pennsylvania. Proposal House Bill No. 2127 (“HB 2127”) was proposed by Representative Elizabeth Fiedler. In her memorandum, Representative Fiedler shares that … [Read more...] about Proposed Perinatal and Postpartum Education Act to Support Pennsylvania Mothers
