Bill: HB 995, 85(R) - 2017
Committee
House Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
2nd Chamber Committee
Senate State Affairs
Vote Recommendation
| Vote Recommendation |
Economic Freedom |
Property Rights |
Personal Responsibility |
Limited Government |
Individual Liberty |
| Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Author(s)
John Wray
Sponsor(s)
José RodrÃguez
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.
