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H 1743

An Act establishing medical civil rights

194th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Chris Hendricks and 1 co-sponsor

H 1743 - An Act establishing medical civil rights OverviewBill Number: H 1743 Title: An Act establishing medical civil rightsStatus: Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 01:00 PM

Accompanied a study order, see H5281 (under House Rule 27)
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Bill Summary · H 1743

H 1743 - An Act establishing medical civil rights

Overview

Bill Number: H 1743
Title: An Act establishing medical civil rights
Status: Hearing scheduled for 09/09/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2
Introduced: February 27, 2025

Purpose and Intent

The primary goal of this bill is to establish and protect the civil rights of individuals in the context of medical care and treatment. The legislation aims to prevent discrimination and ensure equal access to healthcare services regardless of personal characteristics or beliefs.

Key Provisions

  • Prohibits healthcare providers from denying or limiting services based on a patient's:
    • Race, color, national origin, age, disability, English proficiency, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity)
    • Religious, moral, or ethical beliefs or practices
  • Requires healthcare facilities to provide interpreters and translated materials for patients with limited English proficiency
  • Mandates that all healthcare workers receive training on anti-discrimination policies and patient rights
  • Establishes a new Office of Medical Civil Rights within the state Department of Health to investigate complaints and enforce compliance

Affected Parties and Impacts

  • Patients would be protected from discrimination in accessing medical care and services
  • Healthcare providers, including hospitals, clinics, and individual practitioners, would be required to comply with the new anti-discrimination policies
  • The state government would take on additional responsibilities for training, monitoring, and enforcement through the new Office of Medical Civil Rights

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill has been introduced in the state legislature and is currently scheduled for a public hearing on September 9, 2025. If passed by the legislature and signed into law by the governor, the new medical civil rights protections would go into effect 90 days after enactment.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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