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ID H0511
Bill
Status
2/8/2024
Primary Sponsor
Judiciary, Rules and Administration Committee
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AI Summary
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Adds new Section 5-347 to Idaho Code establishing civil liability immunity for volunteer security personnel of religious organizations and the organizations themselves
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Defines "religious organization" as a body of persons united under one form of government by profession of the same faith and observance of same rituals, including churches, synagogues, and houses of worship
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Prohibits civil damage actions against volunteer security personnel or their religious organizations for providing safety, security, or protection services, including those involving nonlethal or lethal force
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Exempts immunity protections when acts or omissions are proved to constitute gross negligence or wanton or reckless misconduct
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Becomes effective July 1, 2024, with an emergency declaration
Legislative Description
Adds to existing law to provide immunity for the security teams of religious organizations.
LEGAL IMMUNITY
Last Action
Reported Printed and Referred to Judiciary, Rules & Administration
2/9/2024