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MS SB2304
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends Mississippi Code Section 95-9-1 to expand the definition of "qualified volunteer" to include those who donate food without compensation in connection with volunteer activities.
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Adds "food service organization for the needy" to the definition of "volunteer agency" eligible for tort liability exemptions.
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Maintains existing protections that shield qualified volunteers from civil liability for personal injury or property damage caused by acts or omissions committed in good faith.
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Preserves exceptions to volunteer immunity for intentional, willful, wanton, reckless, or grossly negligent acts, and for negligent operation of motor vehicles, aircraft, boats, or powered conveyances.
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Takes effect July 1, 2012.
Legislative Description
Tort immunity; include food donated to needy.
Last Action
Died In Committee
3/6/2012