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ID H0526

Bill

Status

Passed

3/26/2024

Primary Sponsor

Health and Welfare Committee

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Origin

House of Representatives

2024 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits health care providers from performing or authorizing pelvic examinations on anesthetized or unconscious patients without specific informed consent from the patient or authorized decision-maker
  • Allows pelvic examinations on anesthetized or unconscious patients when the examination is necessary for diagnostic or treatment purposes
  • Makes violations subject to professional discipline through the provider's licensing board under Idaho Code Title 54
  • Declares an emergency, making the law effective immediately upon passage and approval

Legislative Description

Adds to existing law to prohibit pelvic exams of anesthetized and unconscious patients except under certain circumstances.

HEALTH

Last Action

Reported Signed by Governor on March 25, 2024 Session Law Chapter 183 Effective: 03/25/2024

3/26/2024

Committee Referrals

Health and Welfare3/4/2024
Health and Welfare2/9/2024

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