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FL H9115
Resolution
Status
Introduced
4/12/2013
Primary Sponsor
Elaine Schwartz
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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
Full Bill Text
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