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CT HB05307
Bill
Status
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary Committee
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AI Summary
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Requires notification to at least one parent or guardian within 48 hours after an abortion is performed on an unemancipated minor, effective October 1, 2026
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Allows minors who declare in a signed written statement that they are victims of sexual abuse, neglect, or physical abuse by a parent or guardian to have notice sent instead to a sibling aged 21+, stepparent, grandparent, or another specified adult aged 21+
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Removes the existing requirement that physicians or counselors discuss the possibility of involving parents in the minor's decision-making about pregnancy prior to the procedure
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Provides immunity from civil and criminal liability for health care providers or counselors who rely in good faith on a minor's signed statement of abuse
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Exempts parents or guardians who do not receive proper notice from liability for costs of pregnancy-related health care services provided to the minor
Legislative Description
An Act Concerning The Provision Of Notice To A Parent Or Guardian Of A Minor Child Who Has Received Pregnancy-related Health Care Services.
Last Action
Referred to Joint Committee on Judiciary
2/20/2026