Presumption of continuation of life.
Summary
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.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 5, 2026
Last action Jan 5, 2026
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1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Lorissa Sweet
RRepublican
Co
Becky Cash
RRepublican
Co
Lindsay Patterson
RRepublican
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