Establishes the "Marilyn Teitelbaum Death with Dignity Act"

HB 1903, titled the "Marilyn Teitelbaum Death with Dignity Act," establishes a legal process for competent adults with terminal illnesses to request medication to end their lives. The bill defines a "terminal disease" as an incurable condition expected to cause death within six months and requires two physicians to confirm both the diagnosis and the patient's mental competence. To proceed, a patient must voluntarily sign a written request witnessed by two individuals who are not relatives, heirs, or employees of the patient's healthcare facility. The attending physician must also inform the patient of their diagnosis, prognosis, potential risks, and available alternatives such as palliative care before issuing a prescription. If enacted, this law would allow qualified residents to self-administer the prescribed medication in a humane and dignified manner.