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MS SB2555

Bill

Status

Failed

6/17/2020

Primary Sponsor

Brice Wiggins

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Origin

Senate

2020 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Mississippi Code Section 43-15-51 to add civil liability immunity for child advocacy centers and multidisciplinary team members acting within the scope of official duties.

  • Provides limited immunity from civil damages when team members, in good faith, refer alleged child abuse reports for investigation, conduct investigations, make investigative judgments, or release information to protect children.

  • Immunity does not apply if a multidisciplinary team member is not acting in good faith.

  • Takes effect July 1, 2020.

Legislative Description

Child advocacy centers; immunity from civil liability.

Last Action

Died On Calendar

6/17/2020

Committee Referrals

Judiciary A3/25/2020
Judiciary, Division A2/17/2020

Full Bill Text

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