SB 0219 Allows a surviving spouse to obtain an autopsy report
Sponsor:Mathewson
LR Number:0067S.01P Fiscal Note:0067-01
Committee:Public Health and Welfare
Last Action:04/12/01 - HCS Voted Do Pass H Children, Families & Health Journal page:
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Effective Date:August 28, 2001
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Current Bill Summary

SB 219 - This act allows a surviving spouse to obtain an autopsy report. Currently, section 191.227, RSMo, outlines procedures for the release of medical records. A new subsection allows a surviving spouse to obtain the deceased spouse's autopsy report when the surviving spouse has appropriately consented to the autopsy under section 194.115, RSMo.
ERIN MOTLEY