Bill
AB 112
Overview: AB 112, Relating to: consent to mental health treatment by minors who are age 14 or older, Public hearing held, Introduced: January 08, 2025Purpose and Intent: The primar
Overview: AB 112, Relating to: consent to mental health treatment by minors who are age 14 or older, Public hearing held, Introduced: January 08, 2025
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to expand the ability of minors aged 14 and older to consent to their own mental health treatment without parental or guardian approval. The goal is to provide greater autonomy and access to mental health services for this age group.
Key Provisions:
- Allows minors aged 14 and older to consent to outpatient mental health treatment, including therapy and counseling
- Requires mental health providers to make reasonable efforts to involve the minor's parents or guardians in the treatment process, unless the minor objects
- Maintains the requirement for parental consent for the prescription of psychotropic medications or inpatient mental health treatment
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Minors aged 14 and older will have increased access to mental health services and greater control over their own treatment decisions
- Parents and guardians may have reduced involvement in their child's mental health care, which could raise concerns or create conflicts
- Mental health providers will need to navigate the balance between respecting the minor's autonomy and involving parents or guardians
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill has been introduced in the state legislature and has undergone a public hearing. It is currently in the legislative process, but the timeline for potential enactment is uncertain.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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