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GA HB1498
Health; certain examinations on an anesthetized or unconscious patient without prior informed consent; prohibit
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Introduced
03/14/2024
03/14/2024
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
03/28/2024
03/28/2024
Introduced Session
2023-2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Code Section 31-9-6.1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to disclosure of certain information to persons undergoing certain surgical or diagnostic procedures, failure to comply, exceptions, and regulations establishing standards for implementation, so as to prohibit certain examinations on an anesthetized or unconscious patient without prior informed consent; to provide that informed consent shall be deemed valid consent for other medical personnel under certain conditions; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill prohibits certain medical examinations, such as breast, pelvic, prostate, or rectal examinations, on anesthetized or unconscious patients without their prior informed consent, except in certain circumstances like when it is medically necessary or a court has ordered it for evidence collection. The informed consent obtained for the responsible physician would also be considered valid consent for other medical personnel involved in the patient's care. The bill repeals any conflicting laws.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 03/20/2024)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/68918 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20232024/227528 |
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