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Introduced
02/03/2020
02/03/2020
In Committee
02/03/2020
02/03/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/18/2020
03/18/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Authorizing an individual to request aid in dying by making certain requests; prohibiting another individual from requesting aid in dying on behalf of an individual; requiring a certain request to be made in a certain manner; requiring a written request for aid in dying to meet certain requirements; establishing certain requirements for witnesses to a written request for aid in dying; requiring a written request for aid in dying to be in a certain form; etc.
AI Summary
This bill, known as the Richard E. Israel and Roger "Pip" Moyer End-of-Life Option Act, authorizes an individual with a terminal illness to request aid in dying from their attending physician. The bill establishes a process for the individual to make oral and written requests, requires confirmation from a consulting physician, and allows the attending physician to prescribe medication for the individual to self-administer. The bill protects health care providers who participate in good faith, prohibits health care facilities from requiring physicians to participate, and deems the individual's death as being from natural causes for legal and insurance purposes.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (16)
Jeff Waldstreicher (D)*,
Jill Carter (D),
Sarah Elfreth (D),
Brian Feldman (D),
Guy Guzzone (D),
Cheryl Kagan (D),
Delores Kelley (D),
Nancy King (D),
Ben Kramer (D),
Clarence Lam (D),
Susan Lee (D),
Paul Pinsky (D),
Will Smith (D),
Chris West (R),
Ronald Young (D),
Craig Zucker (D),
Last Action
Hearing 2/28 at 12:00 p.m. (on 02/06/2020)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/SB0701?ys=2020RS |
| BillText | http://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2020RS/bills/sb/sb0701f.pdf |
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