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HB 1139

PARENTAL NOTICE OF ABORTION

104th Regular Session Introduced by Tony McCombie and 1 co-sponsor

HB 1139 mandates parental notification before minors obtain abortions, with judicial bypass option available if a court finds the minor mature or notification would cause harm.

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tony M. McCombie
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Bill Summary · HB 1139

Legislative bill overview

HB 1139 would require minors seeking abortion to notify at least one parent or guardian before the procedure can be performed. The bill establishes a judicial bypass option allowing minors to petition a court for permission to obtain an abortion without parental notification if they can demonstrate maturity or that notification would be harmful.

Why is this important

This bill directly addresses abortion access for minors in Illinois, a state with relatively permissive abortion laws following the 2022 Dobbs decision. The measure would significantly alter the current regulatory landscape and could impact healthcare decisions for thousands of young people annually, while also raising constitutional questions about minor rights and parental authority.

Potential points of contention

  • Constitutional concerns: Courts have previously struck down similar parental notification laws in some jurisdictions, citing privacy rights and due process protections for minors; opponents may challenge this on Fourteenth Amendment grounds
  • Judicial bypass practicality: Critics argue bypass procedures create barriers (delays, costs, court availability) that effectively restrict access, while supporters contend they protect parental rights while preserving emergency access
  • State policy direction: Illinois voters and recent legislatures have leaned toward abortion protections; this bill represents a significant reversal that may face resistance from Democratic majorities in the General Assembly

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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