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MI HB5743

MI HB5743
Torts: liability; immunity for individuals rendering emergency services who apply bleeding control; provide for. Amends 1963 PA 17 (MCL 691.1501 - 691.1507) by adding sec. 8.


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Introduced
05/23/2024
In Committee
12/18/2024
Crossed Over
12/11/2024
Passed
Dead
12/31/2024

Introduced Session

102nd Legislature

Bill Summary

A bill to amend 1963 PA 17, entitled"An act to relieve certain persons from civil liability when rendering emergency care, when rendering care to persons involved in competitive sports under certain circumstances, or when participating in a mass immunization program approved by the department of public health,"(MCL 691.1501 to 691.1507) by adding section 8.

AI Summary

This bill provides immunity from civil liability for individuals who, in good faith and without a duty to do so, voluntarily apply bleeding control measures such as pressure, dressings, packing, or tourniquets to another person in an emergency medical situation, except in cases of gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct. The bill amends the existing 1963 PA 17 law, which provides civil liability relief for certain persons rendering emergency care or participating in mass immunization programs. The new provision is intended to encourage bystanders to provide potentially life-saving bleeding control in emergency situations.

Committee Categories

Government Affairs, Justice

Sponsors (22)

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Government Operations (on 12/18/2024)

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