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MI HB5399

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/11/2014

Primary Sponsor

Margaret O'Brien

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Origin

House of Representatives

97th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Grants civil liability immunity to specified professionals who report suspected human trafficking to law enforcement in good faith.

  • Covers healthcare providers (physicians, dentists, nurses, medical examiners, psychologists), educators (school administrators, teachers, counselors), social workers, law enforcement officers, clergy, and child care providers.

  • Includes employees of the Department of Human Services in specified roles (eligibility specialists, family independence managers, social work specialists, welfare services specialists).

  • Establishes a presumption that individuals making reports or cooperating in investigations acted in good faith.

  • Excludes from immunity protection any negligent acts causing personal injury or death and physician malpractice resulting in personal injury or death.

Legislative Description

Torts; liability; human trafficking; provide immunity to certain individuals who report. Amends 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.101 - 600.9947) by adding sec. 2978.

Law enforcement, other

Last Action

Printed Bill Filed 03/12/2014

3/12/2014

Committee Referrals

Criminal Justice3/11/2014

Full Bill Text

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