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SB 475

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2025 Regular Session Introduced by Brad Barrett and 9 co-sponsors

Senate Bill 475 protects patients by prohibiting invasive examinations on unconscious individuals unless informed consent is obtained, ensuring safety and ethical practices.

Signed by the Governor
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Bill Summary · SB 475

Summary of Senate Bill 475

Bill Number: SB 475
Title: Health occupations: health professionals; invasive bodily examinations; prohibit under certain circumstances
Introduced: July 1, 2025
Status: Referred to Committee of the Whole
Tie Bar: SB 476

Purpose and Intent

Senate Bill 475 aims to enhance patient protection by regulating the performance of invasive bodily examinations on anesthetized or unconscious patients. The bill seeks to ensure that such examinations are conducted only under specific conditions that prioritize informed consent and patient safety.

Key Provisions

The bill amends Part 161 (General Provisions) of the Public Health Code and introduces the following key provisions:

  1. Prohibition on Invasive Examinations:

    • Licensees, registrants, and medical students are prohibited from performing invasive bodily examinations on anesthetized or unconscious patients unless certain conditions are met.

  2. Conditions for Permitting Invasive Examinations:

    • Invasive examinations may only be performed if:
      • The patient or their authorized representative provides written, informed consent for the examination, and it is necessary for preventative, diagnostic, or treatment purposes.
      • The patient or their authorized representative has given written, informed consent for a surgical procedure or diagnostic examination, and the invasive examination is within the scope of care for that procedure.
      • The patient is unconscious and unable to provide consent, and the examination is necessary for emergency diagnostic or treatment purposes.

  3. Student Participation:

    • The bill mandates that a licensee or registrant must ensure that students in health profession training programs do not perform invasive examinations on anesthetized or unconscious patients unless the above conditions are satisfied.

  4. Informed Consent Requirements:

    • The informed consent must allow the patient or their authorized representative to specify whether a student may perform the invasive examination.

Affected Parties

  • Health Professionals: Licensees and registrants in the medical field, including medical students, will be directly impacted by the new regulations.
  • Patients: The legislation aims to protect patients undergoing surgical or diagnostic procedures, particularly those who are anesthetized or unconscious.

Procedural Aspects

  • Tie Bar with SB 476: This bill is tied to Senate Bill 476, which defines "invasive bodily examination" to include pelvic, vaginal, rectal, or prostate examinations.
  • Legislative History: SB 475 is a reintroduction of previous bills from the 2023-2024 legislative session that passed the Senate but did not advance further.
  • Fiscal Impact: The bill is expected to have no fiscal impact on state or local governments.

Conclusion

Senate Bill 475 is a significant legislative effort to ensure that invasive bodily examinations are conducted ethically and with proper consent, thereby enhancing the protection of patients in medical settings. The bill's focus on informed consent and the prohibition of examinations under certain circumstances reflects a commitment to patient rights and safety in healthcare practices.

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

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