This bill mandates that healthcare providers obtain written consent from a parent or legal guardian before prescribing long-acting reversible contraception to individuals under the age of eighteen. The legislation amends existing law to specify that, while medically acceptable contraceptive procedures and supplies are generally available, this particular requirement for consent applies specifically to long-acting reversible contraception.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new section to the Arkansas Code, which clarifies that the consent requirement does not apply to emancipated minors. This change aims to ensure that parental involvement is a prerequisite for minors seeking this form of contraception, while still recognizing the rights of emancipated individuals.

Statutes affected:
HB 1906: 20-16-304(1)