Connecticut Adoption Laws, Page 4

• The sexual orientation of the adopter may be considered when placing a child.
  
• The Commissioner is not required to place a child with a person who is homosexual or bisexual.
  
• A husband and wife must adopt jointly unless excepted by the court.

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Who May Be Adopted

Statute: §§ 45a-724; 45a-725

• Any minor child legally free for adoption, as defined by this section

Who May Place a Child for Adoption

• Any parent or statutory parent
  
• The child's guardian(s)
  
• The Commissioner of Children and Families
  
• A child placing-agency