S. 653 · 109th Congress
A bill for the relief of the family of Theresa Marie Schiavo.
- Stage
- Passed a chamber
- Sponsor
- Mel Martinez
- Introduced
- 2005-03-17
- Latest action
- 2005-03-20 · Received in the House.
Summary
Grants jurisdiction to the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida to hear, determine, and render judgment on a suit or claim by or on behalf of Theresa Marie Schiavo for the alleged violation of any right of hers under the U.S. Constitution or laws relating to the withholding or withdrawal of food, fluids, or medical treatment necessary to sustain her life.