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Introduced
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
In Committee
01/23/2017
01/23/2017
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018
12/31/2018
Introduced Session
190th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to improve medical decision making. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill aims to improve medical decision-making by establishing a process to appoint a surrogate decision-maker when an individual lacks the capacity to make their own healthcare decisions and does not have a valid advance directive or a court-appointed guardian. The bill defines key terms, outlines the order of priority for selecting a surrogate, and provides guidelines for healthcare providers to follow when identifying and relying on a surrogate. It also outlines the responsibilities and protections for the surrogate, as well as the circumstances under which a surrogate's decision can be challenged or overridden.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see S2313 (on 03/01/2018)
Official Document
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Document Type | Source Location |
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State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S783 |
Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/190/S783.pdf |
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