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MA S985

MA S985
Relative to the expansion of the Good Samaritan law


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Introduced
02/16/2023
In Committee
02/16/2023
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

193rd General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation relative to the expansion of the Good Samaritan law. The Judiciary.

AI Summary

This bill expands the Good Samaritan law in Massachusetts to provide legal protections for people who attempt to render care and assistance to someone in need while in transit in a private vehicle, as long as they act in good faith and without compensation. The bill specifically exempts these Good Samaritans from liability for any acts or omissions, other than gross negligence or willful or wanton misconduct, resulting from their attempt to provide care and assistance.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see S2612 (on 02/08/2024)

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Document Type Source Location
State Bill Page https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S985
BillText https://malegislature.gov/Bills/193/S985.pdf
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