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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/23/2026
02/23/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)
Bill Summary
AN ACT Amending title 32, chapter 32, article 1, Arizona Revised Statutes, by adding section 32-3228.01; relating to health professionals.
AI Summary
This bill requires health professionals in Arizona to obtain a signed informed consent from a patient before performing any medical intervention, which is defined as any medical procedure, treatment, device, drug, injection, medication, or action taken to diagnose, prevent, cure, or alter a person's health or biological function. This signed consent must be kept in the patient's medical record, with an exception for emergency medical care where obtaining consent is not required.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Senate Committee of the Whole action: Do Pass (on 03/02/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/85169 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/sb1557s.htm |
| Analysis - SENATE FACT SHEET: 02/16/2026 HHS | https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/GetDocumentPdf/537353 |
| BillText | https://www.azleg.gov/legtext/57leg/2r/bills/sb1557p.htm |
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