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VT H0283

VT H0283
An act relating to bodily autonomy and health care decision making


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Introduced
02/18/2021
In Committee
02/18/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/12/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 Session

Bill Summary

This bill proposes to recognize and to prohibit any interference with an individualâ??s rights to bodily autonomy, to make the individualâ??s own health care decisions, and to be free to accept or refuse any health or medical intervention, testing, treatment, or vaccine based on the individualâ??s own religious, conscientious, or person beliefs.

AI Summary

This bill proposes to recognize and protect an individual's right to bodily autonomy and to make their own health care decisions, including the right to accept or refuse any medical intervention, testing, treatment, or vaccine based on their own religious, conscientious, or personal beliefs. The bill prohibits any interference or imposition of conditions on these rights by the state, its agencies, employers, businesses, organizations, and other entities. It provides a mechanism for individuals to seek legal recourse if their rights are violated.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (6)

Last Action

Read First Time and Referred to the Committee on Human Services (on 02/18/2021)

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