HI SB146

Establishes an administrative authorization process as an alternative to judicial hearings for ordering medical treatment over a patient's objection at psychiatric facilities.

Requires that treatment over objection be authorized only when a patient has a disease or disorder, is dangerous to self or others, the treatment is medically appropriate, and less intrusive alternatives have been considered.

Creates a three-member administrative panel of clinically trained members not involved in the patient's current treatment to review and authorize treatment requests, with patients having rights to notice, attendance, cross-examination, and appeal.

Amends patient rights law to permit treatment refusal exceptions when a court order or administrative order under this Act exists, and requires disclosure of all treatment procedures to patients.

Effective date July 1, 2050.