Massachusetts S1047 aims to improve medical decision-making for incapacitated individuals by establishing a process for surrogate decision-makers.

Massachusetts S1047, titled "An Act improving medical decision making," outlines a process for appointing surrogate decision-makers for incapacitated individuals who lack a valid Health Care Proxy or MOLST form. The bill specifies that family members, close friends, or the Commissioner of Public Health can initiate a court proceeding to address disputes. Surrogates are selected based on a hierarchy of priority, including spouses, adult children, parents, siblings, and other qualified individuals.

Massachusetts S1047 aims to improve medical decision-making for incapacitated individuals by establishing a process for surrogate decision-makers.

Massachusetts S1047, titled "An Act improving medical decision making," outlines a process for appointing surrogate decision-makers for incapacitated individuals who lack a valid Health Care Proxy or MOLST form. The bill specifies that family members, close friends, or the Commissioner of Public Health can initiate a court proceeding to address disputes. Surrogates are selected based on a hierarchy of priority, including spouses, adult children, parents, siblings, and other qualified individuals.