TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) — A new bill was proposed that, if passed, would require parental consent for minors to receive treatment for certain sexually transmitted diseases.
This bill, SB 166, proposed by Senator Erin Grall (R), would also prevent health care providers from supplying minors with maternal health or contraceptive information and services without permission from a parent or legal guardian.
Included in this are circumstances where, in the opinion of the physician, the individual may suffer probable health hazards if such services are not provided.
This amended bill also states that the consent of a parent or guardian would not be a prerequisite for an examination, but no treatment could be issued without written proof.
Failure to comply with the consent requirements could result in administrative fines or penalties.
If passed, this bill would take effect July 1, 2026.