An Act relative to the expansion of the Good Samaritan Law
This bill expands Massachusetts' Good Samaritan Law to protect individuals who voluntarily transport needy people in their private vehicles. It allows properly licensed persons from recognized organizations and private individuals to move those in need to a specific destination without compensation, covering only tolls and parking fees. Under the new provisions, these drivers would not be held legally responsible for harm caused during transport unless the injury resulted from gross negligence or willful misconduct. The measure aims to encourage private citizens to assist others in emergencies by providing them with legal immunity against liability claims.
Bill status
passed
3 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2023
Committee Review
Feb 2023
Senate Passage
Feb 2023
Governor
Introduced Feb 16, 2023
Last action Jun 5, 2024
Floor votes
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
1
Feb 16, 2023
Senate · Passed
Senate concurred
Feb 16, 2023
House · Referred to committee
Referred to the committee on The Judiciary
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Donnie Berthiaume
RRepublican
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