Medical Ethics Defense Act
Amends TCA Title 63.
Tennessee SB0955, titled the "Medical Ethics Defense Act," amends TCA Title 63 to protect healthcare providers from being compelled to participate in procedures that conflict with their conscience. It affects healthcare providers and institutions by allowing them to refuse involvement in certain treatments without facing civil or criminal repercussions, while also prohibiting discrimination against those who report violations of this act. Key provisions include protections for free speech related to conscience rights and stipulations regarding the handling of complaints against healthcare providers.
Tennessee SB0955, titled the "Medical Ethics Defense Act," amends TCA Title 63 to protect healthcare providers from being compelled to participate in procedures that conflict with their conscience. It affects healthcare providers and institutions by allowing them to refuse involvement in certain treatments without facing civil or criminal repercussions, while also prohibiting discrimination against those who report violations of this act. Key provisions include protections for free speech related to conscience rights and stipulations regarding the handling of complaints against healthcare providers.
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