Bill > HF3271

This bill, known as the William Shegstad Healthcare Advocates Act, establishes several key provisions: 1. It grants patients the right to have a patient advocate present while receiving treatment in a clinic or hospital setting, with certain exceptions for restricted areas. 2. It requires healthcare providers to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), including ensuring patients who are confused or hard of hearing can view the provider's mouth if they are wearing personal protective equipment. 3. It gives patients the "right to try" alternative early treatment options, even if the medications or procedures are not FDA-approved, as long as they have a recommendation from their healthcare provider. 4. It prohibits healthcare facilities from denying patients care or services based on their vaccination status, and also prohibits facilities from imposing vaccination mandates that create staff shortages. 5. It establishes civil penalties for healthcare facilities that violate these provisions, such as terminating employees or segregating patients based on vaccination status. The overall goal of the bill is to empower patients and their advocates, while also ensuring healthcare providers maintain compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

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https://www.revisor.mn.gov/bills/bill.php?b=House&f=HF3271&ssn=0&y=2023