S.B. 443: COMMITTEE SUMMARY LIABILITY: EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE
Senate Bill 443 (as introduced 3-29-95) Sponsor: Senator Michael J. Bouchard Committee: Health Policy and Senior Citizens
Date Completed: 9-10-96
The bill would amend the good samaritan Act to excuse from liability for civil damages a medical first responder, emergency medical technician, emergency medical technician specialist, or paramedic licensed under the Public Health Code who in good faith rendered emergency care without compensation to a person who required the care as a result of having engaged in competitive sports. Gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct, and acts or omissions that were outside the scope of the license held by the individual would not be covered by the bill’s liability exemption.
Currently, the Act grants immunity from liability for civil damages to physicians, registered professional nurses, and licensed practical nurses who in good faith render emergency medical care without compensation to a person who requires the care as a result of having engaged in competitive sports, unless their acts or omissions amount to gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct or are outside the scope of their license. (“Competitive sports” means a sports program sponsored by a public or private school that provides instruction in grades kindergarten through 12, or by a charitable or volunteer organization, but does not include a sports program sponsored by a college or university.)
MCL 691.1501 Legislative Analyst: G. Towne
The bill would have no fiscal impact on State or local government.
Fiscal Analyst: P. Graham
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This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan Senate staff for use by the Senate in its deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.
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