Rep. GATCH proposes the following Amendment No. to H. 5399 (COUNCIL\VR\5399C015.CC.VR22):

Reference is to the bill as introduced.

Amend the bill, as and if amended, SECTION 3, by adding:

/ Section 44-41-835. All costs associated with the adoption of a child who was conceived as a result of rape or incest including, but not limited to, costs approved by the court pursuant to Section 63-9-310(F), must be paid by the Department of Social Services. /