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FL H1231

FL H1231
End-of-life Options


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Introduced
02/28/2023
In Committee
03/06/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/05/2023

Introduced Session

2023 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Establishes procedure to allow adult who has mental capacity & who has terminal condition & who makes fully informed decision that he or she no longer wants to live, to obtain medication to end his or her life; provides requirements for health care providers, health care facilities & DOH.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a procedure to allow an adult Florida resident with a terminal condition and mental capacity to obtain medication to end their life in a peaceful manner, provided they make a fully informed decision and follow specific requirements. The bill defines key terms, outlines the process for obtaining medication, sets responsibilities for attending and consulting physicians, and addresses issues like recordkeeping, reporting, disposal of unused medication, and death certificates. The bill also provides protections and immunities for healthcare providers who participate in good faith, while allowing facilities to prohibit participation on their premises. Overall, the bill aims to give terminally ill adults with mental capacity the right to self-determine the timing and manner of their death.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Died in Healthcare Regulation Subcommittee (on 05/05/2023)

Bill Topics

Health
  • ‐ Other Health
  • ‐ Regulation of Doctors and Health Facilities

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1231 02/28/2023
BillText https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1231/BillText/Filed/PDF 02/28/2023
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