Expanding Involuntary Hospitalization - SB 574

  • Status: Failed
  • Position: Oppose
  • Bill Number: Senate Bill 574
  • Session: 2019
  • Latest Update: May 8, 2019
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Summary

This bill would have allowed physicians to involuntarily hospitalize anyone who was present in a hospital, if they felt that person was a risk to themselves or others due to addiction or mental illness. Holding a person against there will is a very serious issue. Currently there is a court process that is required, removing that process also removes essential protections for individuals. This is especially true for individuals with mental health needs.

Sponsors:
Maroney, Stollings