H 1396 Massachusetts House · 193rd Legislature (2023-2024)

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
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This bill passed the Senate. No roll call record of that vote is available.
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Total actions
4
Key actions
1
Committee
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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

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Donnie Berthiaume
RRepublican
MA
5th Worcester