SPONSOR: Gallick
The bill provides that a person who renders emergency care, without compensation, at the scene of an accident or other emergency is not to be held liable for any civil damages for acts or omissions, other than damages caused by gross negligence or willful, wanton acts or omissions.
Emergency care or assistance that is provided by respiratory care practitioners, physicians, surgeons, registered professional nurses, licensed practical nurses, or emergency medical technicians, who are subject to the provisions of existing statute, are not subject to the provisions of this bill.
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