Colorado HB1040 protects sterilization rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Colorado HB1040 mandates that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities receive counseling on sterilization's long-term impacts and less intrusive pregnancy prevention methods before consenting. The bill prohibits sterilization against a person's will, regardless of competency, unless maintaining fertility or pregnancy poses an imminent threat to life or health. A court-ordered sterilization petition must include a statement confirming the person has received counseling.

Colorado HB1040 protects sterilization rights of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Colorado HB1040 mandates that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities receive counseling on sterilization's long-term impacts and less intrusive pregnancy prevention methods before consenting. The bill prohibits sterilization against a person's will, regardless of competency, unless maintaining fertility or pregnancy poses an imminent threat to life or health. A court-ordered sterilization petition must include a statement confirming the person has received counseling.