Intercountry Adoption Act

The Intercountry Adoption Act is a law that sets the rules and procedures for adopting a child from another country. Its goal is to ensure that adoptions are legal, ethical, and in the best interests of the child. The Act works alongside international treaties, like the Hague Convention, to protect children from being exploited or abducted. It also establishes the roles of governments and agencies involved in the process, making sure that adoptive parents meet certain criteria and that travel and legal steps are properly followed. Overall, it promotes a transparent and safe international adoption process.