This bill mandates that health care providers, business associates of covered entities, and insurance carriers must obtain affirmative written consent from patients or covered persons before disclosing any medical information related to reproductive health care services. The bill outlines that such consent is necessary for any purpose not directly related to providing or paying for those services, with specific exceptions. These exceptions include disclosures necessary for medical emergencies, compliance with state or federal laws, court orders, and investigations of abuse, among others. The bill also requires that patients or covered persons be informed of their right to withhold consent at the time services are rendered or when relevant information is disclosed.

Additionally, the bill establishes penalties for violations, allowing courts to award damages of $1,000 per violation, along with reasonable attorney fees and costs associated with civil actions. It emphasizes that the rights of individuals under the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) remain intact and that the obligations of health care providers and carriers under HIPAA are not diminished by this legislation. The bill aims to enhance the privacy and protection of individuals' medical information concerning reproductive health care services.