HD 2064 Massachusetts House · 194th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relative to ensuring quality healthcare for children

This bill (HD 2064) grants parents or guardians of children under 16 the right to inspect all medical records (including digital records) of their child without needing the child's consent, except for records related to specific sensitive services. The exceptions cover family planning, gender-affirming care, substance use treatment, STI treatment, pregnancy-related care, and mental health treatment. The Department of Public Health must create rules to implement this change. It directly affects parents/guardians of minors under 16 and healthcare facilities handling their records.
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