Bill

HB 995

85(R) - 2017
House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate State Affairs
House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate State Affairs
Healthcare

Vote Recommendation

Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral

Author(s)

John Wray

Sponsor(s)

José Rodríguez

Bill Caption

Relating to the form and revocation of medical powers of attorney.


Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated. 

Bill Analysis

HB 995 clarifies existing law with respect to the revocation of medical powers of attorney upon dissolution of a marriage. This bill would revoke medical powers of attorney of a spouse if their marriage is dissolved, annulled, or declared void. It also would add a new disclosure statement to be signed. 

Vote Recommendation Notes

This bill does not appear to have a connection to our liberty principles, therefore we remain neutral.