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MA S111

MA S111
Providing immunity for individuals under age 21 seeking medical assistance for an alcohol-related overdose


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Introduced
01/23/2017
In Committee
02/22/2018
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2018

Introduced Session

190th General Court

Bill Summary

For legislation to provide immunity for individuals under age 21 seeking medical assistance for an alcohol-related overdose. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure.

AI Summary

This bill provides immunity from prosecution under Sections 34 or 34A (laws related to the purchase or possession of alcohol) for individuals under the age of 21 who, in good faith, seek medical assistance for someone experiencing an alcohol-related overdose or who experience an alcohol-related overdose and in good faith seek or are the subject of a request for medical assistance. The key terms are "alcohol-related overdose," which refers to an acute condition resulting from the consumption or use of alcohol that requires medical assistance, and "good faith," which means the individual is seeking help and not trying to avoid prosecution.

Committee Categories

Labor and Employment

Sponsors (2)

Last Action

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Senate Rules (on 02/22/2018)

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