CONCORD, NH – House Criminal Justice Vice-Chair Jennifer Rhodes (R-Winchester) released the following statement after the New Hampshire House passed HB 191-FN. As amended, this bill makes it unlawful for any adult to transport a minor for any surgical procedure without the written consent of the parent or guardian.
“It is illogical that we would allow anyone who is not a parent to take our children for surgery or any medical procedure without parental consent. No matter what the procedures or reasons are, parents have a right to know what is happening to their children, and the vast majority of Granite Staters stand by that fact.”
“Republicans stand for transparency, and we will not allow our children’s lives to be dictated by secrets purposefully withheld from parents. As the primary caregivers tasked with overseeing our children’s wellbeing and safety, HB 191 draws a line in the sand that ensures that we, the parents, maintain the ultimate say in the health and safety of their minor children.”