The bill amends the Idaho Parental Rights Act by making several technical corrections and updates to existing sections of the law. Specifically, it revises Section 32-1010 to correct code references and clarify the rights of parents regarding the care, custody, and control of their children. It also updates Section 32-1013 to establish provisions for civil actions related to violations of parental rights, including the requirement that any governmental interference with these rights must meet a strict scrutiny standard. Additionally, it introduces a two-year statute of limitations for initiating civil actions under the act.

In Section 32-1015, the bill further clarifies parental rights in medical decision-making for minor children, emphasizing the necessity of parental consent for health care services while outlining exceptions for emergencies and specific circumstances. The amendments also ensure that parents have access to their child's health information, with certain limitations. The bill declares an emergency, allowing it to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 32-1010, 32-1013, 32-1015
Engrossment 1: 32-1010, 32-1013, 32-1015