Scored 3/10 on whether it helps or hurts everyday people.
The Medical Care Bill
Parents must approve most medical care for minors
Parental rights
Bad for everyday people ·
If passed, the bill would let parents control all health decisions for kids and let them sue providers who treat a child without their permission.
Our take
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Parents will gain more power over their children's health, but minors could lose access to care they need quickly, and doctors may face costly lawsuits that could raise prices for everyone.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Parents must give consent before most health care for minors.
- A minor can get care without consent only in emergencies or with prior consent.
- Parents can sue providers who skip consent and may receive up to $100,000 in non‑economic damages.
- The state cannot heavily burden parental rights unless a compelling interest is shown.
- The attorney general may enforce the new rules.
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