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ID S1227

ID S1227
Amends and adds to existing law to clarify the health rights of Idahoans.


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Introduced
01/16/2024
In Committee
01/17/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/12/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

RELATING TO HEALTH; AMENDING CHAPTER 90, TITLE 39, IDAHO CODE, BY THE AD- DITION OF A NEW SECTION 39-9004, IDAHO CODE, TO ESTABLISH PROVISIONS REGARDING HEALTH RIGHTS OF PATIENTS AND OTHER PERSONS; AMENDING SECTION 39-9004, IDAHO CODE, TO REDESIGNATE THE SECTION AND TO REVISE PROVI- SIONS REGARDING ENFORCEMENT; AND DECLARING AN EMERGENCY AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.

AI Summary

This bill amends and adds provisions to existing Idaho law to establish the "Idaho Bill of Patient Medical Rights." The key provisions include: prohibiting the state or local governments from ordering residents to stay home, close businesses, social distance, or wear masks during emergencies; prohibiting the advertising of experimental vaccines, drugs, or medications; guaranteeing patients the right to refuse treatment, choose their healthcare providers, and have informed consent; and allowing patients to designate individuals to be informed about their condition and treatment. The bill also redesignates an existing section on enforcement and declares an emergency, making the changes effective July 1, 2024.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Reported Printed; referred to State Affairs (on 01/17/2024)

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