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MS SB2804

Bill

Status

Failed

1/30/2018

Primary Sponsor

Terry Burton

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Origin

Senate

2018 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Provides civil immunity from liability to licensed architects and engineers in Mississippi who voluntarily provide professional services during declared emergencies or natural disasters for the first 90 days after the event.

  • Shields professionals from liability for personal injury, wrongful death, property damage, or other losses caused by their acts, errors, or omissions when acting in good faith and exercising reasonable care.

  • Immunity does not apply if the injury results from gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct by the professional.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2018.

Legislative Description

Good samaritan immunity from liability law; extend to architects and engineers who volunteer during disasters.

Last Action

Died In Committee

1/30/2018

Committee Referrals

Judiciary, Division A1/15/2018

Full Bill Text

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