The bill amends Chapter 9-1 of the General Laws by adding a new section, 9-1-27.4, which provides immunity from liability for mediators and staff involved in the family court mediation program. Specifically, the state shall protect and hold harmless these individuals from financial loss and expense, including legal fees and costs, arising from any claim, demand, or suit for damages resulting from acts or omissions committed in the discharge of their duties within the program and within the scope of their employment, provided that such acts do not constitute wanton, malicious, or grossly negligent behavior as determined by a court of competent jurisdiction. This act will take effect upon passage.