Iowa HF2523 allows parents or guardians to consent to substance use or mental health treatment for minors over their objections.

Iowa HF2523 establishes the right of a parent or guardian to consent to and authorize certain medical services for a minor child over the minor's objection. If a minor is admitted to a hospital for substance use or mental health treatment against their will, the hospital must notify the juvenile court, which will appoint an advocate to represent the minor's interests. The bill also makes changes to ensure confidentiality of treatment information and outlines procedures for involuntary hospitalization of minors. Effective July 1, 2026.

Iowa HF2523 allows parents or guardians to consent to substance use or mental health treatment for minors over their objections.

Iowa HF2523 establishes the right of a parent or guardian to consent to and authorize certain medical services for a minor child over the minor's objection. If a minor is admitted to a hospital for substance use or mental health treatment against their will, the hospital must notify the juvenile court, which will appoint an advocate to represent the minor's interests. The bill also makes changes to ensure confidentiality of treatment information and outlines procedures for involuntary hospitalization of minors. Effective July 1, 2026.