Illinois SB3795 amends the End-of-Life Options for Terminally Ill Patients Act to enhance patient protections and clarify procedures.
Illinois SB3795 amends the End-of-Life Options for Terminally Ill Patients Act to strengthen patient protections and clarify procedures. It mandates a mental health evaluation for all patients requesting medical aid in dying, ensuring they have decision-making capacity. The bill enhances informed consent standards, requiring physicians to provide comprehensive information about end-of-life care options. It adds a referral to an Ombudsman when financial concerns influence a patient's choice.
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