Bill > HB653

This bill modifies existing Montana law to expand parental access to their child's health care information while establishing specific conditions and limitations. The legislation requires health care providers to make a child's health care information available to parents within 10 days of a request, either by allowing examination, providing a copy, or explaining why the information cannot be found. Parents' access is not guaranteed in certain circumstances, such as when a government entity is the child's legal guardian, when a court order limits parental access, or when a parent is under investigation for crimes against the child or child abuse. The bill also removes previous language that allowed minors to exclusively control access to health care information for services they could legally consent to themselves. Additionally, the bill includes provisions ensuring that if any part of the legislation is found invalid, the remaining valid parts will still be enforceable. The act becomes effective immediately upon passage and approval, signaling the legislature's intent to implement these changes promptly.

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https://bills.legmt.gov/#/laws/bill/2/LC3079