Bill 119 HR 799, also known as the Parental Notification and Intervention Act, aims to address the issue of minors seeking abortions without parental consent. The bill requires that any unemancipated minor seeking an abortion must first notify their parents or legal guardians before proceeding with the procedure.
Under this legislation, if a minor decides to seek an abortion without parental consent, the bill allows for a judicial bypass option. This means that the minor can petition the court to waive the parental notification requirement if they believe that notifying their parents would not be in their best interest.
The bill also includes provisions for cases where the minor is a victim of abuse or neglect, in which case the healthcare provider must report the situation to the appropriate authorities. Additionally, the bill requires healthcare providers to keep detailed records of any minors seeking abortions, including whether or not parental notification was provided.
Overall, the Parental Notification and Intervention Act seeks to ensure that parents are involved in the decision-making process when a minor is considering an abortion, while also providing safeguards for minors who may be in vulnerable situations.