SB 0033
Probate: patient advocates; withholding life-sustaining treatment for a patient who is pregnant; allow. Amends secs. 5507 & 5509 of 1998 PA 386 (MCL 700.5507 & 700.5509).
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Bill overview
This bill modifies Michigan law regarding patient advocates to allow individuals to specify in their advance healthcare directives whether they want to retain the right to refuse life-sustaining treatment even if they are pregnant. It clarifies the responsibilities of patient advocates, particularly concerning decisions about treatment for pregnant patients, and outlines specific conditions under which withholding or withdrawing treatment is permitted. The bill also addresses successor advocates and ensures patient advocates adhere to fiduciary standards.
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