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GA HB1104

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/29/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rick Townsend

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits physicians from performing breast, pelvic, prostate, or rectal examinations on unconscious or anesthetized patients without prior informed consent from the patient or authorized person

  • Allows exceptions when the examination is within the scope of ordered care, is medically necessary for diagnosis or treatment, or is court-ordered for evidence collection

  • Informed consent extends to all medical personnel under the responsible physician's direct supervision and control, as well as other medical personnel involved in treatment

  • Patients must be informed that other medical personnel besides the primary physician may perform the examination

  • Amends Code Section 31-9-6.1 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated regarding required disclosures and consent for certain procedures

Legislative Description

Health; prohibit certain examinations on an unconscious patient or a patient undergoing anesthesia without prior informed consent or authorization

Last Action

House Second Readers

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Health2/2/2026

Full Bill Text

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