The bill titled "Parental Consultation for Minor's Abortion Act of 2023" aims to revise existing laws regarding parental involvement in a minor's decision to seek an abortion. Key changes include the replacement of the term "Consent" with "Consultation" in the title and throughout the text, emphasizing the importance of parental consultation rather than mere consent. The bill also lowers the age of a "minor" from under 18 to under 16 years, and it requires that a parent or legal guardian be informed and consulted about the minor's decision to seek an abortion. Additionally, the bill mandates that the consent form must include information about the risks associated with both abortion and carrying a pregnancy to term.

Furthermore, the bill introduces new requirements for the consent form, including a declaration from the physician or physician assistant that they have explained the procedure and risks to both the minor and the parent or guardian. It also stipulates that the parent or guardian must provide proof of identity and relationship to the minor. The legislation includes an appropriation of $1,000 from the general fund to cover the costs associated with the new consent form, and it establishes an effective date of July 1, 2023.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 47-1-104, 50-20-501, 50-20-502, 50-20-503, 50-20-504, 50-20-505, 50-20-506