The bill, H.B. No. 3446, aims to enhance parental access to a child's health records by amending the Family Code and the Health and Safety Code in Texas. It introduces a new section, 32.006, which grants a child's parent, managing conservator, or guardian the right to access the child's medical, dental, psychological, or surgical treatment records unless restricted by a court order. This access is granted regardless of whether the parent or guardian was required to consent to or actually consented to the treatment.

Additionally, the bill adds Section 181.007 to the Health and Safety Code, clarifying that the definition of a "child" pertains to individuals under 18 years of age who are unmarried and have not had their minority status removed. It also emphasizes that the provisions in this chapter do not limit the rights of parents or guardians to access their child's health records as provided by other laws. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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