H 1874
An Act improving medical decision making
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Bill overview
This bill, H.1874, aimed to establish a framework for ensuring individuals have their healthcare wishes honored during periods of incapacity. It sought to improve the process of medical decision-making when a person is unable to communicate their preferences, focusing on advance care planning and ensuring that healthcare providers understand and respect those plans. The bill was ultimately unsuccessful and failed to pass the Massachusetts legislature.
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Primary sponsor
Christopher M. Markey
Cosponsor
Christopher M. Markey
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