DIRECTED BLOOD PRODUCT TRANSFUSION – Adds to existing law to establish provisions regarding directed blood product transfusion.

This Idaho bill (H 400) allows patients to provide their own blood or blood from a designated donor (like a family member) for their own transfusions, and prohibits healthcare providers from blocking this option. It directly affects patients needing blood transfusions and healthcare facilities. Key provisions require providers to allow such donations unless it would harm the donor or patient, there's insufficient time to arrange it before surgery, or the procedure is an emergency. The bill also shields providers from liability for using such blood, unless gross negligence caused harm, and confirms it aligns with federal blood laws. The law takes effect July 1, 2025.