The bill amends Chapter 90, Title 39 of the Idaho Code by adding a new section, 39-9004, which establishes comprehensive medical rights for patients and other individuals. Key provisions include prohibiting state and local authorities from mandating home confinement, business closures, social distancing, or mask-wearing during emergencies. It also restricts advertising for experimental vaccines or medications and ensures that patients cannot be denied treatment for refusing vaccines. Additionally, the bill outlines patients' rights to informed consent, privacy, and the ability to choose their healthcare providers, as well as the right to appeal complaints against healthcare providers.

Furthermore, the existing Section 39-9004 is redesignated as Section 39-9005, which addresses enforcement of these rights. It prohibits public officials from imposing penalties that violate the newly established medical rights and mandates that the attorney general defend or prosecute rights protected under this chapter. The bill declares an emergency and sets an effective date of July 1, 2025, for its provisions to take effect.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 39-9004