S.544

Exempts certain health information contained in 9-1-1 calls from definition of government record.

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Exempts certain health information in 9-1-1 calls from being considered a government record.

This bill modifies the definition of a government record to exclude any part of a 9-1-1 audio recording or transcript that discloses a person’s health status, medical conditions, health care services or treatments, medical history, genetic information, or current health insurance plan information. This exclusion aims to protect the privacy of individuals who may inadvertently share sensitive health information during emergency calls. The bill takes effect immediately upon enactment.

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Where it stands

Current
State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee
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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jan 13

Senate

Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee