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OK SB2020

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Julie McIntosh

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Minors under 18 have no physician-patient or psychotherapist-patient privilege against disclosure of confidential communications to their parent or legal guardian

  • Parents and legal guardians have the right to be present during any meeting or consultation between a health professional and their minor child, and to access copies of all medical records

  • Health professionals cannot provide services to minors without parental consent, except for emancipated minors, married minors, pregnant minors, those with communicable diseases or substance abuse issues, emergencies involving substantial risk of death or permanent damage, or sexual assault victims seeking forensic exams

  • Parents can bring civil action against anyone violating their parental rights, with courts authorized to award injunctive relief, actual damages, punitive damages, court costs, and attorney fees

  • Parental access rights do not apply when a health professional has been made aware of allegations of parental child abuse, neglect, or battery against the minor

Legislative Description

Parental rights; granting certain rights and protections to parent or legal guardian; modifying disclosure requirements; authorizing certain civil actions. Effective date.

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Health and Human Services2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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