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TX SB1724
TX SB1724Relating to advance directives and health care treatment decisions made by or on behalf of patients, including a review of those directives and decisions.
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Introduced
03/07/2023
03/07/2023
In Committee
03/16/2023
03/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/29/2023
05/29/2023
Introduced Session
88th Legislature Regular Session
Bill Summary
Relating to advance directives and health care treatment decisions made by or on behalf of patients, including a review of those directives and decisions.
AI Summary
This bill aims to provide clarity and protection for healthcare providers regarding advance directives and treatment decisions for patients. It establishes a process for reviewing disagreements between patients/surrogates and healthcare providers, with requirements for notice, patient participation, and consideration of the patient's well-being. The bill also limits liability for providers who perform certain medical procedures to facilitate patient transfers, prohibits consideration of a patient's preexisting disability in the review process, and mandates reporting requirements for healthcare facilities. Overall, the bill seeks to balance the rights of patients with the clinical judgement of healthcare providers when there are disagreements over end-of-life treatment decisions.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Health & Human Services (on 03/16/2023)
Bill Topics
Civil Rights, Minority Issues, and Civil Liberties
- ‐ Disability Discrimination and Rights
Health
- ‐ Regulation of Doctors and Health Facilities
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://capitol.texas.gov/BillLookup/History.aspx?LegSess=88R&Bill=SB1724 | 03/07/2023 |
| BillText | https://capitol.texas.gov/tlodocs/88R/billtext/html/SB01724I.htm | 03/07/2023 |
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