H.R. 2134 would establish certain requirements relating to the provision of services to minors by family planning projects under title X of the Public Health Service Act.
Detailed Summary
Parent's Right to Know Act of 2007 - Prohibits any funds appropriated for carrying out federal family planning programs from being made available to any family planning project if any service provider in the project knowingly provides contraceptive drugs or devices to a minor, unless: (1) such provider has given actual written notice to a custodial parent or legal guardian at least five business days prior to providing the drugs or prescription devices; (2) the minor has written consent of a parent or legal guardian; (3) the minor is emancipated; or (4) a court has directed that the minor may receive such drugs or prescription devices.
Requires providers to certify to the Secretary of Health and Human Services compliance with this Act.
Status of the Legislation
Latest Major Action: 5/3/2007: Referred to House committee. Status: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
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