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Introduced
02/22/2021
02/22/2021
In Committee
02/22/2021
02/22/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/23/2022
05/23/2022
Introduced Session
92nd Legislature 2021-2022
Bill Summary
A bill for an act relating to health; establishing an end-of-life option for terminally ill adults; proposing coding for new law in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 145.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the "End-of-Life Option Act" in Minnesota, which allows terminally ill adults who are mentally capable to request a prescription for medication that they can self-administer to bring about a peaceful death. The bill outlines the requirements and responsibilities for the attending provider, consulting provider, and the individual making the request. It also prohibits health care facilities from preventing providers from fulfilling informed consent requirements, protects providers and others who act in good faith, and includes reporting requirements and penalties for violations. Overall, the bill aims to provide terminally ill adults with the option of medical aid in dying, while maintaining safeguards and regulations.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
Authors added Murphy; Klein; McEwen (on 03/11/2021)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=Senate&f=SF1352&ssn=0&y=2021 |
| BillText | https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/text.php?number=SF1352&version=0&session=ls92&session_year=2021&session_number=0&format=pdf |
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