This bill proposes to establish immunity from criminal liability for health care providers in Minnesota when they are providing health treatment and services. It defines a "health care provider" as a licensed or registered health professional acting within their scope of practice according to state law. The bill specifies that, despite any contrary laws, health care providers will not be held criminally liable for harm or damages resulting from their actions or omissions in the course of providing care, with exceptions for cases of gross negligence or intentional misconduct.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that this immunity does not affect any existing legal protections or liabilities that may be available under other laws or contracts. The new legal language will be codified in Minnesota Statutes, chapter 145, under the proposed section [145.686]. This legislation aims to protect health care providers from criminal prosecution while ensuring accountability in cases of serious misconduct.