Proposed Bill No. 457 aims to amend chapter 325 of the general statutes by requiring the Department of Correction to provide incarcerated individuals with a form that allows them to authorize another person, such as a next of kin or a trusted individual, to access their medical records. This provision is significant as it addresses the confidentiality of medical records, which are typically protected under the federal Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996.

The bill does not include any deletions from current law but introduces new legal language that mandates the Department of Correction to facilitate this access to medical records for incarcerated individuals. The intent of the bill is to ensure that those who are incarcerated can designate someone to manage their medical information, thereby enhancing their ability to receive necessary medical care and support while they are in custody.