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HB 2429

Relating to medical decision-making by individuals under 18 years of age.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Court Boice and 6 co-sponsors

HB 2429 modifies Oregon law governing minors' independent medical decision-making authority relative to parental consent and notification requirements for healthcare.

In committee upon adjournment.
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Bill Summary · HB 2429

Legislative bill overview

HB 2429 addresses medical decision-making authority for minors in Oregon, though the bill text itself is not provided in your submission. Based on the committee referral to "Behavioral Health and Health Care," it likely modifies parental consent requirements, minor autonomy in healthcare decisions, or both. The bill has proceeded through initial readings and is currently in committee review.

Why this is important

Medical decision-making for minors involves competing interests: parental rights, minor privacy and autonomy, and public health outcomes. Changes to this framework affect teenagers' access to confidential healthcare (mental health, reproductive services, substance abuse treatment), parental notification protocols, and liability protections for providers. These policies have direct consequences for minor health outcomes and family relationships.

Potential points of contention

  • Parental notification vs. minor confidentiality: Whether parents must be informed of a minor's medical decisions, particularly sensitive healthcare like mental health treatment or reproductive services
  • Age thresholds and capacity: At what age (if any) minors can consent independently, and how "mature minor" doctrine is applied
  • Healthcare provider liability: Whether providers face legal consequences for treating minors without parental consent, affecting willingness to provide confidential care

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

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