11 March: Idaho Governor Brad Little signed a bill strengthening parental rights in medical decisions for children, effective 1 July.

Idaho Governor Brad Little signed a bill on 11 March increasing protections for parents when making medical decisions for their children. The bill amends current Idaho code to protect parents' ability to obtain medical records for their children and requires healthcare professionals to obtain parental consent before administering treatment to their minor child, or face civil penalties. The law takes effect on 1 July.

March 22, 2024
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