1. (a) In this part the following words have the meanings indicated.

2. (b) “Person in interest” means:

   1. (1) a minor, if the information requested concerns treatment to which the minor has the right to consent and has consented under Title 20, Subtitle 1 of the Health--General Article;
   2. (2) a parent, if the parental rights of the parent have not been terminated;
   3. (3) a guardian, custodian, or representative of a minor, designated by a court, if authorized to act on behalf of or instead of a parent; or
   4. (4) an individual authorized to act as a surrogate for a parent or guardian in accordance with the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.
3. (c) “Public agency” means a State or local government unit or a quasi-governmental entity.

Added by Acts 2007, c. 3, § 2, eff. Oct. 1, 2007.