S. 539 · 109th Congress · 2005–2006
Incapacitated Persons Legal Protection Act of 2005
S. 539 in the 109th Congress (2005–2006) was introduced on Mar 7, 2005, sponsored by Mel Martinez with 14 co-sponsors.
During the 109th Congress (2005–2006), George W. Bush was president, and Republicans held majorities in both the House and Senate.
- Status
- Introduced
- Introduced
- Mar 7, 2005
- Co-sponsors
- 14
- Policy area
- Law
What it does
Incapacitated Persons Legal Protection Act of 2005 - Amends the Federal judicial code to extend habeas corpus protections to persons who are subject to a court order authorizing or directing the withholding or withdrawal of food, fluids, or medical treatment necessary to sustain the person's life. Deems persons having custody in such cases to encompass parties so authorized or directed.
Summary by the nonpartisan Congressional Research Service.
Sponsor
Mel Martinez (R-FL). Co-sponsors: 14 Republicans.
Where it stands
- IntroducedMar 7, 2005
- Passed the Senate—
- Passed the House—
- Sent to the President—
- Became law—
Latest action: Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 34. (Mar 8, 2005)
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- S. 5: Class Action Fairness Act of 2005
- S. 686: A bill to provide for the relief of the parents of Theresa Marie Schiavo.
- H.R. 3650: Federal Judiciary Emergency Special Sessions Act of 2005
- S. 397: Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act
- H.R. 866: To make technical corrections to the United States Code.
- H.R. 554: Personal Responsibility in Food Consumption Act
- S. 642: Support our Scouts Act of 2005
- S. 653: A bill for the relief of the family of Theresa Marie Schiavo.
- H.R. 800: Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act
- H.R. 1070: Constitution Restoration Act of 2005
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