West Virginia HB5580 amends liability protections for local emergency telephone systems, excluding gross negligence from immunity and adding immunity.

West Virginia HB5580 modifies the liability of local emergency telephone systems by excluding gross negligence from immunity protection. It also adds immunity for referrals to the national 988 hotline, which is designated as the national mental health hotline. This bill aims to protect public agencies, telephone companies, and their officers, agents, or employees from civil liability for injuries, death, or property loss, except in cases of gross negligence, willful, or wanton misconduct.

West Virginia HB5580 amends liability protections for local emergency telephone systems, excluding gross negligence from immunity and adding immunity.

West Virginia HB5580 modifies the liability of local emergency telephone systems by excluding gross negligence from immunity protection. It also adds immunity for referrals to the national 988 hotline, which is designated as the national mental health hotline. This bill aims to protect public agencies, telephone companies, and their officers, agents, or employees from civil liability for injuries, death, or property loss, except in cases of gross negligence, willful, or wanton misconduct.