Bill > HB05712

This bill modifies existing statutes to require greater transparency in death certificates for cases involving physician-assisted suicide. Specifically, if a person completing a death certificate knows that a lethal medication or overdose was used to end a terminally ill patient's life, they must now document this method in the chain of events leading to death and explicitly mark the manner of death as "suicide". The purpose of this bill is to ensure that family members are informed when a loved one's death results from legally prescribed medication intended to bring about death. By mandating this detailed documentation, the bill aims to provide clarity and transparency around end-of-life medical decisions, ensuring that next of kin are aware of the specific circumstances surrounding a family member's death in cases of physician-assisted suicide.

Health and Social Services

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