This bill aims to revise existing laws concerning fundamental parental rights by explicitly stating that these rights are exclusively reserved for the parent of a child, free from any obstruction or interference by government entities. It outlines specific parental rights and responsibilities, emphasizing the importance of parental consent for medical care provided to a child, while allowing for certain exceptions.

Additionally, the bill amends several sections of the Montana Code Annotated (MCA), specifically sections 40-6-701, 41-1-402, 41-1-403, 41-1-405, and 41-1-407, and repeals section 41-1-406. The proposed changes are intended to strengthen parental authority and ensure that parents have the primary role in making decisions regarding their children's welfare. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
HB0676_1.pdf: 40-6-701, 41-1-402, 41-1-403, 41-1-405, 41-1-407
HB0676_2.pdf: 40-6-701, 41-1-402, 41-1-403, 41-1-405, 41-1-407
HB0676_3.pdf: 40-6-701, 41-1-402, 41-1-403, 41-1-405, 41-1-407
Amended: 40-6-701, 41-1-402, 41-1-403, 41-1-405, 41-1-407
Introduced: 40-6-701, 41-1-402, 41-1-403, 41-1-405, 41-1-407