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Patient Visitation Rights in Hospitals: No One Left Alone

This act aims to ensure patients in hospitals have the right to receive visitors. Hospitals will be required to clearly define visitation policies, inform patients about them, and cannot deny visitation based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, or disability. This will provide patients with greater emotional support during their stay in medical facilities.
Key points
Patients gain the right to designate visitors, including family members and friends, in hospitals.
Hospitals must develop and provide written policies on visitation rights, including any reasonable restrictions.
Discrimination in visitation access based on race, sex, religion, or disability is prohibited.
Patients have the right to withdraw consent for visitors at any time.
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Print number: 118_HR_219
Sponsor: Rep. Van Drew, Jefferson [R-NJ-2]
Process start date: 2023-01-09
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

No Patient Left Alone Act of 2023

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_219.

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 2023-01-09.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Patients gain the right to designate visitors, including family members and friends, in hospitals.
  • Hospitals must develop and provide written policies on visitation rights, including any reasonable restrictions.
  • Discrimination in visitation access based on race, sex, religion, or disability is prohibited.
  • Patients have the right to withdraw consent for visitors at any time.
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 2025-12-24.

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