Bill > HB1906

This bill requires healthcare providers to obtain written consent from a parent or legal guardian before prescribing long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) to individuals under 18 years old, with an exception for emancipated minors. The bill modifies existing Arkansas law by adding a new section to the state's legal code that mandates parental involvement in contraceptive decisions for minors. Specifically, the legislation amends the Arkansas Family Planning Act to clarify that while contraceptive procedures and information should generally be available to all individuals, there is now a specific requirement for parental consent for long-acting reversible contraception for those under 18. Long-acting reversible contraception typically includes methods like intrauterine devices (IUDs) and contraceptive implants that provide long-term pregnancy prevention. The bill aims to ensure parental awareness and involvement in medical decisions related to contraception for minors, while still providing an exemption for emancipated minors who are legally considered independent from their parents or guardians.

Health and Social Services

https://arkleg.state.ar.us/Bills/Detail?id=hb1906&ddBienniumSession=2025%2F2025R