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MS SB2596
Bill
AI Summary
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Provides civil immunity to licensed architects and engineers in Mississippi from liability for personal injury, wrongful death, property damage, or other loss caused by their acts, errors, or omissions during voluntary professional services in the first 90 days after a declared emergency or natural disaster.
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Immunity applies only when services are performed in good faith and with reasonable care by the professional.
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Immunity does not apply if injury results from gross negligence or willful or wanton misconduct by the architect or engineer.
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Effective date is July 1, 2019.
Legislative Description
Good samaritan immunity from liability law; extend to architects and engineers who volunteer during disasters.
Last Action
Died In Committee
2/5/2019
Committee Referrals
Judiciary, Division A1/21/2019
Full Bill Text
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