UT HB0259

Parents have the right to access their child's medical records unless parental rights are terminated, the child is emancipated or married, a court order restricts access, or records relate to sexual assault counseling

Health care facilities may not restrict parental access to a child's electronic health records, and electronic medical record system vendors must ensure their systems can be modified to comply with this requirement

Civil fines of $1,000 per day apply to health care facilities and electronic medical record vendors that fail to comply after December 31, 2027, with the Utah Attorney General authorized to bring enforcement actions

When electronic systems cannot provide access, health care facilities must notify parents and provide requested records free of charge within five business days, with a $1,000 fine per record for noncompliance

Fines collected are deposited into the Division of Services for People with Disabilities Restricted Account; the Utah State Hospital is exempt from these requirements