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MI HB5743
Bill
Status
12/11/2024
Primary Sponsor
David Prestin
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AI Summary
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Provides civil liability immunity for individuals who voluntarily apply bleeding control measures (pressure, dressing, packing, or tourniquet) in good-faith response to an emergency medical situation when they have no duty to do so
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Limits immunity exception to cases involving gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct
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Amends the 1963 Public Act 17, which addresses liability protections for individuals rendering emergency care
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Takes effect only if Senate Bill No. ____ or House Bill No. 5742 (request no. 05173'24 a) is enacted into law during the 102nd Legislature
Legislative Description
Torts: liability; immunity for individuals rendering emergency services who apply bleeding control; provide for. Amends 1963 PA 17 (MCL 691.1501 - 691.1507) by adding sec. 8.
Torts: liability
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Government Operations
12/18/2024