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HB 2319 Abraham's Law.; parents' right to make medical decisions.

Introduced by: John J. Welch, III | all patrons    ...    notes | add to my profiles

SUMMARY AS PASSED: (all summaries)

Definition of abused or neglected child.  Specifies that a decision by parents or another person with legal authority over a child to refuse a particular medical treatment for a child with a life-threatening condition shall not be deemed a refusal to provide necessary care if (i) such decision is made jointly by the parents or other person with legal authority for the child, and the child; (ii) the child has reached 14 years of age and is sufficiently mature to have an informed opinion on the subject of his medical treatment; (iii) the parents or other person with legal authority, and the child have considered alternative treatment options; and (iv) the parents or other person with legal authority, and the child believe in good faith that such decision is in the child's best interest. Stipulates that this test shall not be construed to limit the provisions of § 16.1-278.4 on children in need of services.


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