Pennsylvania Adoption Laws, Page 6
Regulation of Adoption Expenses
Birth Parent Expenses Allowed:
Statute: 23 Pa. § 2533(d)
- Medical and hospital costs
- Foster care expenses
- Adjustment counseling
- Training services
Birth Parent Expenses Not Allowed
Statute: 23 Pa. § 2533(c)The court may provide appropriate relief when it finds the expenses reported are excessive.
Allowable Payments for Arranging Adoption
Statute: 18 Pa. § 4305
It is unlawful to trade, barter, buy, sell, or deal in infant children.
Allowable Fees Charged by Department/Agency
Statute: 23 Pa. § 2533(d)
- Reasonable expenses for home studies or investigations
- Overhead costs
- Attorney's fees
Accounting of Expenses Required by Court
Statute: 23 Pa. § 2533 (b)(8)
The intermediary's written report to the court shall include an itemized accounting of all monies paid, agreed to be paid, or received in connection with the adoption.
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