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Parental Access to Minor's Medical Records in Medicaid and CHIP

This new law requires hospitals and other healthcare providers participating in Medicaid and CHIP to disclose their policies on parental access to the medical records of minors. It aims to increase transparency and make it easier for parents to access health information for their children under 18 who are not emancipated.
Key points
Hospitals and healthcare providers must inform parents about their policies for accessing minor children's medical records.
The changes apply to Medicaid and CHIP programs, affecting healthcare for millions of families.
The law applies to provider agreements entered into or renewed on or after January 1, 2021.
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Additional Information
Parental Right to Know Act
Print number: S 207
Sponsor: Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT]
Process start date: 2021-02-03
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Summary & Status

Key Questions about Parental Access to Minor's Medical Records in Medicaid and CHIP

A structured overview of the legislative process, official sources, status and civic context.

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is S 207.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-02-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hospitals and healthcare providers must inform parents about their policies for accessing minor children's medical records.
  • The changes apply to Medicaid and CHIP programs, affecting healthcare for millions of families.
  • The law applies to provider agreements entered into or renewed on or after January 1, 2021.

What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Sen. Lee, Mike [R-UT].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

Analysis and Potential Impact of S 207

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