Assembly Bill 1116 seeks to amend the existing safe haven law in Wisconsin to include emergency medical services stations as authorized locations for the installation of newborn infant safety devices. Currently, only hospitals, fire stations, and law enforcement agencies are permitted to have these devices, which allow parents to safely relinquish custody of their newborns. The bill defines an emergency medical services station as a facility staffed with emergency medical services practitioners that is not classified as a hospital or fire station.

The proposed changes include several amendments to the existing statutes, specifically adding emergency medical services stations to the list of locations where newborn infant safety devices can be installed and outlining the conditions under which these devices must operate. Key provisions include ensuring that the devices are monitored 24/7, are physically part of the building, and are located in visible areas for staff. The bill also allows parents who wish to relinquish custody to contact emergency services for assistance if they cannot reach an authorized location directly.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 48.195(1b)(b), 48.195, 48.195(1m)(b), 48.195(1r)(b), 48.195(2)(b)