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.
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