The proposed bill, known as the "Medical Injury Collaborative Resolution Act," aims to facilitate open discussions between patients and healthcare providers following adverse health care outcomes, which are defined as undesirable experiences resulting in patient death or injury. The bill establishes a framework for "adverse outcome conferences," where patients or their representatives can engage in candid conversations with healthcare providers about the circumstances surrounding these outcomes. Key provisions include the confidentiality of statements made during these conferences, which cannot be used to establish fault or negligence, and the requirement for healthcare providers to keep compensation offers open for at least fifteen days.

Additionally, the bill outlines the process for initiating an adverse outcome conference, requiring healthcare providers to provide written notice to patients or their representatives. This notice must inform them of their rights, including access to medical records, the option to seek legal counsel, and the implications of participating in the conference. The act emphasizes the importance of transparency and communication in addressing adverse health care outcomes while protecting the legal rights of all parties involved.