...once the United States has ratified the Hague Convention (estimated to occur in 2007-2008) therefore, we will need to be accredited under the Hague regulations.  Accreditation has not begun yet, but is expected to commence some time during 2006. 

I'm in the process/ thinking about adopting from China - does this effect me?
It is not anticipated that adoptions from China will be impacted at this time. According to the Department of State, China has indicated that they plan to continue working with the United States once they officially enter into force under the Treaty.  China is aware that the United States is planning to ratify the Hague Convention in the near future.

Click here to connect with the Department of State's web site and further information on the Hague Intercountry Adoption Convention.

For an estimated time line on what happens next in the ratification and implimentation process of the Hague related regulations, click here.