The bill amends several sections of the Revised Code to establish that mental health services for minors cannot be provided without parental consent. Specifically, it modifies sections 2151.461, 3129.03, 3313.473, 3798.07, and 3798.12, while repealing section 5122.04. The amendments include a requirement for mental health professionals to obtain consent from at least one parent, legal custodian, or guardian before diagnosing or treating a minor for gender-related conditions. Additionally, the bill mandates that school districts develop policies to promote parental involvement in decisions regarding students' mental, emotional, and physical health, including the provision of health care services.

Key provisions of the bill include the requirement for schools to notify parents of any substantial changes in a student's services and to obtain parental authorization before providing health care services. The bill also emphasizes the fundamental rights of parents to make decisions regarding their children's upbringing and prohibits school personnel from encouraging students to withhold information from their parents about their health or well-being. The repeal of section 5122.04 indicates a shift in the legal framework governing the provision of mental health services to minors, reinforcing the necessity of parental involvement in such matters.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 2151.461, 3129.03, 3313.473, 3798.07, 3798.12, 5122.04