AN ACT PROHIBITING SHOCK THERAPY TREATMENT.

SB 1070 prohibits the administration of shock therapy (including electroconvulsive therapy) without a patient's written informed consent. It directly affects all individuals receiving such treatment, with specific protections for vulnerable groups like children, pregnant women, and the elderly. The bill amends existing law to require explicit written consent before shock therapy can be administered. This policy change aims to prevent forced treatment by mandating patient authorization.