Intimate medical examinations; establish requirements related to those of patients who are sedated, anesthetized or unconscious.

SB 2676 requires healthcare professionals and students to obtain **detailed written permission** before performing intimate exams (like pelvic or breast exams) on patients who are sedated, anesthetized, or unconscious. Exceptions include medical emergencies, standard care with general consent, or court-ordered exams for evidence. The bill mandates that consent forms clearly explain the exam’s purpose, who will perform it, whether students are involved, and allow patients to decline specific aspects. It also requires providers to notify patients after such exams and states violations could lead to professional discipline. The bill, which died in committee in February 2025, would have applied to all Mississippi healthcare settings.