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Hospital Visitation Rights: No Patient Left Alone Act

New rules aim to ensure hospital patients have the right to receive visitors like spouses, family members, or friends. Hospitals must clearly define visitation policies and inform patients about them, and cannot restrict visits based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, or disability. This ensures patients receive emotional support during their hospital stay.
Key points
Hospitals must have written policies on patient visitation rights.
Patients have the right to designate visitors and can withdraw or deny consent at any time.
Discrimination in visitation based on race, sex, religion, or disability is prohibited.
All visitors must enjoy full and equal visitation privileges.
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Print number: 117_HR_8252
Sponsor: Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]
Process start date: 2022-06-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Patient Left Alone Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8252.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-06-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Hospitals must have written policies on patient visitation rights.
  • Patients have the right to designate visitors and can withdraw or deny consent at any time.
  • Discrimination in visitation based on race, sex, religion, or disability is prohibited.
  • All visitors must enjoy full and equal visitation privileges.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Health.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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Health