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CA SB380
Bill
AI Summary
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Reduces the waiting period between oral requests for aid-in-dying medication from 15 days to 48 hours, allowing individuals to qualify more quickly.
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Eliminates the requirement for a final attestation after taking aid-in-dying medication, reducing procedural burden on qualified individuals.
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Requires health care providers who decline to participate to inform patients of their non-participation, document the request date, and transfer relevant medical records upon request.
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Mandates health care entities post their medical aid-in-dying policies on public websites and prohibits false, misleading, or deceptive practices regarding willingness to participate.
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Extends the End of Life Option Act sunset date from January 1, 2026 to January 1, 2031.
Legislative Description
End of life.
Last Action
Chaptered by Secretary of State. Chapter 542, Statutes of 2021.
10/5/2021