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FL H9115

Resolution

Status

Introduced

4/12/2013

Primary Sponsor

Elaine Schwartz

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Origin

House of Representatives

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Recognizes April 16, 2013, as "Healthcare Decisions Day" in Florida
  • Approximately 20 percent of Floridians have executed advance directives, and less than 50 percent of severely or terminally ill patients have one
  • Encourages hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, continuing care retirement communities, and hospices to provide clear information about advance directives to the public
  • Urges medical professionals, lawyers, and other organizations throughout Florida to volunteer and educate the public about the importance of executing advance directives and discussing health care choices
  • Aims to increase the number of Floridians with advance directives to reduce difficult health care decision-making by families and providers without patient guidance

Legislative Description

Healthcare Decisions Day

Last Action

Adopted by Publication

4/18/2013

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