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Introduced
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
In Committee
03/29/2021
03/29/2021
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
192nd General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to do-not-resuscitate orders. Public Health.
AI Summary
This bill amends Chapter 112 of the General Laws to establish a standardized medical form for patients, authorized representatives, or parents/guardians to consent to a do-not-resuscitate (DNR) order. The bill requires health care providers to honor DNR orders from other providers or facilities, unless the patient consents to cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The Department of Public Health is directed to enforce penalties against providers who violate the DNR order requirements, and health care facilities must adopt policies to ensure providers are aware of patients with DNR orders. The bill also defines key terms like "authorized representative," "cardiopulmonary resuscitation," and "incapacitated person" to clarify the provisions.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H5035 (on 09/06/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2259 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/192/H2259.pdf |
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