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AL HB291

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/13/2014

Primary Sponsor

Jim McClendon

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Origin

House of Representatives

Regular Session 2014

AI Summary

HB291 Summary

  • Establishes a State Advisory Council on Palliative Care and Quality of Life within the State Health Department to be appointed within 90 days of the act's effective date.

  • Council membership appointed by State Health Officer shall include interdisciplinary professionals (medical, nursing, social work, pharmacy, spiritual care), patient and family advocates, and representatives from the Alabama Hospital Association and Alabama Hospice and Palliative Care Organization; members serve three-year terms and meet at least twice yearly without compensation.

  • Creates statewide Palliative Care Information and Education Program within the State Health Department to publish information and resources on the department website about palliative care for the public, healthcare providers, and facilities, including continuing education opportunities and best practices.

  • Information published by the council and department shall not establish a standard of care or modify medical liability laws; physicians and hospitals are granted immunity from civil and criminal liability for claims associated with information produced under this act.

  • Act became effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor, with House passage on February 13, 2014 (98 Yeas, 0 Nays, 1 Abstain).

Legislative Description

Health Department, Palliative Care and Quality of Life, State Advisory Council, appointed by State Health Officer, advisory capacity to department

Health

Last Action

Health first Amendment Offered

4/1/2014

Committee Referrals

Health2/13/2014
Health1/16/2014

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