Texas Law on Teen Access to Birth Control
Texas law requires teens to get parental permission to receive birth control in federally funded family planning clinics. NPR's Leila Fadel talks to Shefali Luthra, health reporter for The 19th.
Key Points
- Parental permission required for teens to receive birth control in federally funded family planning clinics in Texas
- Interview with Shefali Luthra, health reporter for The 19th, by NPR's Leila Fadel
Pros
- Encourages parental involvement in teens' reproductive health decisions
- May lead to more informed choices for teens
Cons
- Could prevent teens from accessing necessary birth control
- May increase risk of unintended pregnancies among teens