S 1485
An Act providing for safe and consensual sensitive examinations
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Bill overview
This bill prohibits healthcare providers from performing nonconsensual intimate examinations on patients who are anesthetized or unconscious. It aims to protect patient privacy and ensure that medical examinations are conducted with full consent. The legislation seeks to establish clear guidelines and safeguards to prevent abuse and ensure patient autonomy during sensitive medical procedures. This bill builds upon previous efforts to strengthen protections for patients’ rights.
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Primary sponsor
Joanne M. Comerford
Cosponsors
Bruce E. Tarr
James B. Eldridge
Jason M. Lewis
Joan B. Lovely
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