Allows designation of a patient surrogate for health care decisions and provides protections for those acting in good faith.

This bill amends the Michigan Compiled Laws to allow the designation of a patient surrogate for health care decisions. It provides immunity from civil or criminal liability for health care providers or facilities acting in good faith and in accordance with accepted standards. It also outlines penalties for those who intentionally violate the provisions, including damages and attorney fees. The bill specifies that individuals acting as patient advocates, guardians, or surrogates are not subject to liability without consent, except in cases of fraud.

Allows designation of a patient surrogate for health care decisions and provides protections for those acting in good faith.

This bill amends the Michigan Compiled Laws to allow the designation of a patient surrogate for health care decisions. It provides immunity from civil or criminal liability for health care providers or facilities acting in good faith and in accordance with accepted standards. It also outlines penalties for those who intentionally violate the provisions, including damages and attorney fees. The bill specifies that individuals acting as patient advocates, guardians, or surrogates are not subject to liability without consent, except in cases of fraud.