HEALTH/CHILDREN: Provides with respect to the rights of parents regarding the medical treatment of their minor children

Summary

The bill creates a Parental Medical Decision Protection Act that affirms parents' fundamental right to direct their child's healthcare. It bars government agencies, courts, and providers from penalizing parents who refuse chemotherapy, seek second opinions, or pursue alternative treatments in non‑emergency situations. The measure also allows emergency care when a child’s life is at risk, but otherwise limits state involvement.

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