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MS SB2304

Bill

Status

Failed

3/6/2012

Primary Sponsor

Chris McDaniel

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Origin

Senate

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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.

  • Adds "food service organization for the needy" to the definition of "volunteer agency" eligible for tort liability exemptions.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2012.

Legislative Description

Tort immunity; include food donated to needy.

Last Action

Died In Committee

3/6/2012

Full Bill Text

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