Bill > HB0400

This bill introduces new provisions regarding blood product transfusions in Utah, specifically allowing patients to provide their own blood or blood from a directed donor for medical procedures under certain conditions. The bill defines "blood product" and establishes that healthcare providers and facilities cannot prohibit patients from using their own or a directed donor's blood product, with exceptions for situations where the donation could be detrimental to the donor or patient, when there is insufficient time to coordinate the blood product before a surgery, or during emergency medical services. The legislation also provides liability protection for healthcare providers and facilities using patient-provided blood products, ensuring they are immune from liability unless gross negligence can be proven. Importantly, the bill specifies that it does not intend to conflict with existing federal laws governing blood product collection, donation, sale, or use. The new law is set to take effect on May 7, 2025, and aims to give patients more control and flexibility in managing their blood transfusion needs during medical procedures.

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