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Introduced
02/01/2023
02/01/2023
In Committee
02/01/2023
02/01/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/16/2023
06/16/2023
Introduced Session
2023 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would establish the process to provide a legal mechanism whereby a terminally ill patient may choose to end their life using medications prescribed by a physician. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill, the Lila Manfield Sapinsley Compassionate Care Act, establishes a legal process for terminally ill patients in Rhode Island to choose to end their life using medications prescribed by a physician. The bill outlines specific requirements for the prescription and documentation, provides immunity for healthcare providers who follow the procedures, prohibits life insurance companies from denying benefits for actions taken under the law, and clarifies that the act does not authorize euthanasia or conflict with federal law. The bill would take effect upon passage.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (8)
Meghan Kallman (D)*,
Jonathon Acosta (D),
Alana DiMario (D),
Dawn Euer (D),
Joshua Miller (D),
Melissa Murray (D),
Ryan Pearson (D),
Bridget Valverde (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary (on 02/01/2023)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText23/SenateText23/S0126.pdf |
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