Establishes a presumption that the continuation of life is in a minor's best interests. Requires a health care provider to obtain the consent of each parent or each legal guardian before issuing a do not resuscitate order or otherwise withholding or withdrawing treatment to allow the natural death of a minor. Prohibits a health care provider from interfering with the transfer of a minor patient at the request of a parent or guardian or otherwise preventing life saving measures before or during the transfer.
States that a court does not have jurisdiction to withdraw life sustaining treatment for a minor.
- Chamber
- House
- Introduced
- Jan 5, 2026
- Last action
- Jan 5, 2026 — Authored by Representative Sweet
- Session
- 2026
- Momentum
- 31 · Low