SJR82 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Arthur OrrSenator

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Tim MelsonDan RobertsLarry Stutts

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Physician/patient relationship, supported

Summary

A Senate resolution that supports the physician/patient relationship and urges protection for physicians to prescribe FDA-approved medications for any condition, as agreed with patients, without interference.

What This Bill Does

It recognizes the physician/patient relationship as sacred. It says licensed physicians should be allowed to prescribe any FDA-approved medication for any condition if the physician and patient agree it would help, without interference by government or private parties. As a resolution, it does not create new laws or penalties, though it notes concerns about COVID-19-related restrictions on medical prescribing.

Who It Affects

• Physicians – protected to prescribe FDA-approved medications for any condition as agreed with patients, without interference.
• Patients – may receive medications prescribed under this principle without external interference affecting the prescription.
• Government agencies and private entities (e.g., pharmacies, insurers) – would be discouraged or restricted from interfering with physician prescribing decisions per this resolution.

Key Provisions

• Recognizes the sanctity of the physician/patient relationship.
• Affirms that licensed physicians may prescribe any FDA-approved medication for any condition as agreed with the patient, without interference from government or private parties.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 23, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolutions, Miscellaneous