CLEAN: For some gay couples, French draft bill doesn't go far enough

Elodie and Karine, a lesbian couple in France, face legal challenges as each woman is the biological mother of one child but lacks legal rights over the other. They have taken steps to protect their family, but uncertainties remain. The French government is considering a bill to legalize gay marriage and adoption, which could improve their situation. However, the couple believes the bill doesn't go far enough, as it doesn't provide equal funding for medically assisted conception. They have had to travel to Belgium for IVF, highlighting the legal and financial hurdles they face. The couple hopes for legislative changes that will recognize and support their family.

What legal issue do Elodie and Karine face regarding their children?

• They are not allowed to work in France.

• They cannot travel with their children.

• Each woman lacks legal rights over the other's biological child.

• They are not allowed to live together.

What is the French government trying to achieve with the new bill?

• Increase taxes for same-sex couples.

• Restrict adoption rights for all couples.

• Ban same-sex marriage.

• Legalize same-sex marriage and adoption.

Why does Karine believe France is ready for legal changes regarding same-sex couples?

• Same-sex families experience few problems in society.

• The government has already passed the bill.

• There is strong opposition from society.

• Same-sex families face many societal issues.

What do some same-sex couples believe about the proposed bill?

• It provides too much funding for same-sex couples.

• It does not go far enough in providing equal rights.

• It is perfect as it is.

• It should only focus on adoption rights.

Why did Elodie and Karine travel to Belgium?

• To get married.

• To seek asylum.

• For in vitro fertilization.

• To adopt a child.