SB 547 - Loudon, John
Grants courts power to appoint trustees to disburse funds for health care when a patient is in a persistent vegetative state
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
1945S.02I
Title
SB 547
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
N/A
Effective Date
August 28, 2005
Committee
Current Status
Hearing Conducted S Aging, Families, Mental & Public Health Committee
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 547 - This act provides that when a dispute arises regarding sustaining the life of a patient who is in a persistent vegetative state, the court may award custody to any party willing to continue care. The court must take into account the relationship the party has with the patient and the degree of consanguinity. If there is a financial settlement or sizeable estate at issue, the court may appoint a trustee to disburse funds for appropriate care.
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