SB0590

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. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0591'25

Chamber Passed·2/19/26

Michigan SB0590 grants immunity from civil liability to individuals who voluntarily apply bleeding control in emergency situations.

Michigan SB0590 amends the state's tort law by adding a new section that provides immunity from civil liability for individuals who, without any duty to do so, voluntarily apply bleeding control in good faith during an emergency medical situation. This immunity applies to actions such as applying pressure, a dressing, packing, or a tourniquet. The immunity does not cover acts or omissions that constitute gross negligence or willful and wanton misconduct. The bill is contingent upon the enactment of Senate Bill No. 591 of the 103rd Legislature.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 34–0 · Feb 19
Current
The House
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

D
1
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

34 Yea

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0 Nay

3 Absent

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Calendar

Jun 24

9:00 AM

House Health Policy

Apr 22

9:00 AM

House Health Policy

History

Jun 24

House

Reported With Recommendation Without Amendment

Jun 24

House

Referred To Second Reading

Feb 19

Senate

Passed Roll Call # 14 Yeas 34 Nays 0 Excused 3 Not Voting 0