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IA HF2564

IA HF2564
A bill for an act relating to a pregnant minor's legal capacity to consent to the provision of certain medical care.(Formerly HF 814.)

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Introduced
02/16/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

91st General Assembly

Bill Summary

This bill relates to the legal capacity of a pregnant minor to consent to certain medical care. If a parent, guardian, or legal custodian is not reasonably available, a minor shall have the legal capacity to give consent to the provision of prenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care by certain health care providers. The bill does not relieve the health care provider of the duty to obtain informed consent from the minor.

AI Summary

This bill, formerly known as HF 814, grants a pregnant minor the legal right to consent to certain medical services related to her pregnancy if her parent, guardian, or legal custodian is not readily accessible. Specifically, this includes care during pregnancy (prenatal), labor and delivery (intrapartum), and the period immediately after birth (postnatal). The bill outlines that this consent can be given to various healthcare professionals, including physicians, advanced registered nurse practitioners, physician assistants, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and emergency medical care providers. Importantly, the bill clarifies that healthcare providers still have the responsibility to ensure they obtain informed consent from the minor, meaning she must understand the nature, risks, and benefits of the care before agreeing to it.

Sponsors (0)

No sponsors listed

Other Sponsors (1)

Health And Human Services (House)

Last Action

Introduced, placed on calendar. H.J. 309. (on 02/16/2026)
(1 Companion Bills)

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