Italy court recognizes both mothers in same-sex IVF couples

Italy's Constitutional Court ruled that both mothers in same-sex female couples who use IVF abroad must be legally recognized as parents. This decision marks a significant victory for 2SLGBTQ+ parenting rights. The court found denying legal recognition violates constitutional principles of equality and the child's rights. The ruling overturns part of a 2004 law, addressing inconsistent rulings across municipalities and clashes with the conservative government. This decision comes amid broader debates on family values and surrogacy restrictions in Europe. The ruling, while not changing IVF access, is seen as a step toward recognizing 2SLGBTQ+ families.