Bill 119 s 47, also known as the "Protecting Statutory Conscience Rights in Health Care" bill, aims to establish regulations that protect the rights of healthcare providers to act in accordance with their conscience beliefs. The bill seeks to ensure that healthcare providers are not forced to participate in procedures or provide services that go against their moral or religious beliefs.
The bill outlines specific protections for healthcare providers, including the right to refuse to participate in abortions, sterilizations, or other procedures that conflict with their conscience beliefs. It also prohibits discrimination against healthcare providers who choose to exercise their conscience rights.
Additionally, the bill includes provisions for reporting and enforcement mechanisms to ensure that healthcare providers are able to exercise their conscience rights without fear of retaliation or discrimination. The bill aims to strike a balance between protecting the rights of healthcare providers and ensuring that patients have access to the care they need.
Overall, Bill 119 s 47 seeks to establish clear regulations that protect the conscience rights of healthcare providers while also ensuring that patients receive the care they need. The bill has garnered support from those who believe in protecting religious freedom and conscience rights in healthcare.