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Introduced
01/27/2022
01/27/2022
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/25/2022
06/25/2022
Introduced Session
Fifty-fifth Legislature - Second Regular Session (2022)
Bill Summary
Terminally ill individuals; end-of-life options
AI Summary
This bill establishes a medical aid in dying program in Arizona, allowing terminally ill adults with capacity to request and obtain a prescription for medication to end their lives in a humane and dignified manner. The bill outlines the requirements and process, including written requests, a 15-day waiting period, medical confirmation, and counseling. It provides immunities for healthcare providers who participate in good faith, while allowing facilities to prohibit participation. The bill also specifies reporting requirements and defines the cause of death as the underlying terminal illness. Violations of the law are criminalized.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (7)
Stephanie Stahl Hamilton (D)*,
Lela Alston (D),
Rosanna Gabaldón (D),
Sally Ann Gonzales (D),
Theresa Hatathlie (D),
Victoria Steele (D),
Raquel Terán (D),
Last Action
Senate read second time (on 01/31/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/77440 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/55leg/2r/bills/sb1486p.htm |
| Bill | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/55leg/2r/bills/sb1486p.pdf |
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