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IL HB2571
Bill
Status
2/17/2021
Primary Sponsor
Mike Murphy
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AI Summary
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Creates civil immunity for individuals, businesses, and units of local government from lawsuits claiming COVID-19 exposure injuries if their actions complied with federal or state regulations, presidential or gubernatorial executive orders, or applicable guidance at the time of exposure.
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Defines "guidance" as written COVID-19 guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Illinois Department of Public Health, Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, or other state agencies.
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Allows defendants to satisfy immunity requirements by complying with any applicable guidance when multiple sources of guidance apply to the same conduct or risk.
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Excludes from immunity protection willful misconduct, reckless infliction of harm, and intentional infliction of harm.
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Does not affect rights and remedies available under the Workers' Compensation Act and takes effect immediately upon becoming law.
Legislative Description
COVID-19 IMMUNITY ACT
Last Action
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Tom Weber
8/24/2021