Create a new section of KRS Chapter 216 to define terms; prohibit a health care provider from performing a pelvic, rectal, or prostate examination without the informed consent of the patient or the person authorized to make health care decisions for the patient; provide for certain exceptions including a court order; require violators to be subject to discipline by the appropriate professional licensing board or accrediting agency.
- Chamber
- House
- Introduced
- Feb 3, 2026
- Last action
- Feb 10, 2026 — to Health Services (H)
- Session
- 2026RS
- Momentum
- 27 · Low