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IA SF2150
Bill
Status
1/29/2026
Primary Sponsor
Scott Webster
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AI Summary
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Pregnant minors gain legal capacity to consent to prenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care when a parent, guardian, or legal custodian is not reasonably available
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Authorized providers who may deliver care under the minor's consent include physicians, physician assistants, advanced registered nurse practitioners, registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and emergency medical care providers
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Healthcare providers remain obligated to obtain informed consent directly from the minor patient before providing care
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Creates new section 135.196 in Iowa Code specifically addressing pregnancy care for minors
Legislative Description
A bill for an act relating to a pregnant minor's legal capacity to consent to the provision of certain medical care.
Last Action
Attached to HF 2564. S.J. 481.
3/5/2026