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Introduced
12/06/2023
12/06/2023
In Committee
05/01/2024
05/01/2024
Crossed Over
04/02/2024
04/02/2024
Passed
Dead
06/28/2024
06/28/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill establishes a procedure for an individual with terminal illness to receive medical assistance in dying through the self administration of medication. The bill establishes criteria for the prescription of such medication and establishes reporting requirements and penalties for misuse or noncompliance.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a procedure for an individual with a terminal illness to receive medical assistance in dying through the self-administration of medication. The bill sets criteria for the prescription of such medication, including requirements for mental capacity, a terminal prognosis of 6 months or less, and an informed decision by the individual. The bill also establishes reporting requirements for health care providers and penalties for misuse or noncompliance. The bill provides immunities and conscience-based protections for health care providers who participate or refuse to participate in medical assistance in dying. The bill also addresses the impact on insurance policies, death certificates, and criminal penalties.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services, Justice
Sponsors (10)
Marjorie Smith (D)*,
Debra Altschiller (D),
Bill Bolton (D),
Sherry Dutzy (D),
Linda Haskins (D),
Bob Lynn (R),
David Paige (D),
Emily Phillips (R),
Dan Wolf (R),
Steve Woodcock (D),
Last Action
Refer to Interim Study, Regular Calendar 17Y-7N, Motion Adopted; 05/16/2024; Senate Journal 13 (on 05/16/2024)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://gc.nh.gov/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/bill_status.aspx?lsr=2049&sy=2024&sortoption=&txtsessionyear=2024&txtbillnumber=HB1283 |
| BillText | https://gc.nh.gov/bill_status/legacy/bs2016/billText.aspx?sy=2024&id=1136&txtFormat=html |
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