Introduced
by
To revise the requirements for a court considering a petition from a minor for authority to get an abortion over the objection of her parents. The bill would require a court to consider the rebuttable presumption that a minor is not capable of providing informed consent for medical treatment. A waiver of parental denial could only be granted if the girl demonstrates a level of maturity based on various factors specified in the bill, or if her parents are neglectful or abusive. A girl whose petition was denied could not seek a waiver in another court division, but could appeal to a higher court. A <a href="http://www.michiganvotes.org/2003-HB-4478">very similar bill</a> was vetoed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm in 2004.
Referred to the Committee on Judiciary
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the bill pass.
Substitute offered
The substitute passed by voice vote
Passed in the Senate 28 to 10 (details)
Referred to the Committee on Judiciary
