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MS HB45
Bill
Status
Failed
2/2/2010
Primary Sponsor
Harvey Fillingane
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AI Summary
- Establishes that Mississippi's official state position is to sustain life when conflicts arise over removal of life support systems
- Applies when a person on life support has no living will and there is division or conflicting preferences among family members
- Requires all state courts to follow this position in cases meeting these conditions
- Prohibits removal of life-support systems in situations where family conflict exists and no living will is present
- Takes effect upon passage
Legislative Description
Life support system; state's official position for courts to follow is to sustain life if conflict between family members.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/2/2010
Full Bill Text
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