House Bill No. [insert number] introduces the "Medical Freedom and Informed Consent Act," which aims to affirm individuals' rights to voluntary, informed consent for all medical interventions. The bill outlines the definitions of key terms such as "business entity," "healthcare provider," and "informed consent." It mandates that healthcare providers obtain informed consent from patients or authorized individuals before administering any medical intervention, with exceptions for medical emergencies. Additionally, the bill requires healthcare providers to provide a Vaccine Information Statement (VIS) before vaccinations and to document the receipt and acknowledgment of this information in the patient's medical record.

The legislation also includes provisions to protect individuals from discrimination for refusing medical interventions, prohibiting employers and business entities from requiring such interventions as a condition of employment or service. Healthcare providers are barred from coercing patients into receiving vaccinations or other medical treatments. Violations of the act can result in statutory damages of at least $5,000 per incident, and the attorney general is tasked with establishing a reporting system for violations. The bill will take effect upon the governor's signature or after the designated time for gubernatorial action.