Default surrogate for health decisions creation and process to appoint default surrogate for health decisions provision

SF 2567 creates a clear process for determining who can make health care decisions for Minnesotans who haven't appointed a health care agent. It defines an "unrepresented individual" as someone aged 18+ without a valid health care directive or agent, or whose agent isn't available or empowered for the specific decision. The bill establishes a default surrogate order, allowing medical providers to recognize family members, close friends, or certain designated representatives (like hospice family members or individuals named in a power of attorney) as decision-makers. This applies directly to patients in medical settings who lack a formally appointed agent, ensuring a structured approach to health care decision-making without a prior directive. The bill amends Minnesota Statutes to clarify these roles and processes.