HB2917

GOOD SAMARITAN-VETERAN SUICIDE

Introduced·2/5/25
Introduced Text

HB2917 provides civil immunity for not-for-profit corporations and individuals assisting veterans in suicide prevention interventions.

HB2917 amends the Good Samaritan Act to offer civil immunity for not-for-profit corporations and individuals who assist veterans in suicide prevention interventions. This immunity applies unless the act or omission was not in good faith or resulted from gross negligence or willful misconduct. The bill aims to protect those providing aid in critical situations without fear of civil liability.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

D
1
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 20, 2025

2:00 PM

Judiciary - Civil Committee Hearing

Mar 19, 2025

8:00 AM

Judiciary - Civil Committee Hearing

History

Apr 9, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Camille Y. Lilly

Mar 21, 2025

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Mar 12, 2025

House

To Civil Procedure & Tort Liability Subcommittee