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SB 480 (2018)

Summary:

Prohibits the use of electroconvulsive therapy on persons under 16 years of age and individuals who are involuntary patients but who have not yet had a competency hearing. This bill also requires adults and guardians to sign a detailed written consent form before electroconvulsive therapy is administered.

Bill Sponsor:
Jeb Bradley
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Bill Became Law?:
No
Status Detail:
Killed in the Senate
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