Supreme Court Rejects Revival of Montana Law Requiring Parental Consent for Minors' Abortions
The Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from Montana officials seeking to enforce a law mandating parental consent for minors seeking abortions. The law, enacted in 2013 but never implemented due to legal challenges, was struck down by the Montana Supreme Court in 2023 for violating minors' rights. Conservative Justices Alito and Thomas supported the decision not to review the case.
The Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal brought by Montana officials to revive a state law requiring parental consent for minors seeking abortions. The law, enacted in 2013 but never enforced due to legal challenges, was struck down by the Montana Supreme Court last year for violating the state constitution's protection of minors' rights. Conservative Justices Alito and Thomas supported the decision not to review the case. Montana argued that parents have the right to make healthcare decisions for their children, but the state court emphasized the fundamental right of minors to control their reproductive choices. Despite the 2022 Supreme Court ruling on abortion, Montana remains an exception with widespread access to abortion, protected by the state constitution and a voter-approved initiative in 2024.
According to the source: NBC News.
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