AL SB101

Raises the age at which minors may independently consent to medical, dental, and mental health services from 14 years old to 16 years old, with exceptions for certain circumstances.

Requires parental written consent (opt-in) for students under 16 to participate in school-based mental health counseling services, except in cases of imminent threat, suspected abuse, or immediate crisis situations.

Establishes that parents have fundamental rights to access their minor child's health information and make decisions concerning their child's health care, with limited exceptions for court orders, criminal investigations, abuse reports, and federal confidentiality protections.

Allows health care providers to continue providing necessary services without parental consent when there is good faith belief of an imminent threat, suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation.

Becomes effective October 1, 2025.