Good Samaritan Volunteer Firefighter Assistance Act of 2005

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Introduced

12 April 2005

Last action

12 April 2005 · Introduced

Status

Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.

Summary

Good Samaritan Volunteer Firefighter Assistance Act of 2005 - States that a person (including a governmental or other entity) who donates fire control or fire rescue equipment to a volunteer fire company shall not be liable for State or Federal civil damages for personal injuries, property damage or loss, or death caused by the equipment after the donation. Waives such liability protection if: (1) the person's act or omission causing the injury, damage, loss, or death constitutes gross negligence or intentional misconduct; or (2) the person is the manufacturer of such equipment. Preempts State law unless such law provides additional protection from liability.

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Timeline

12 April 2005
Introduced
Read twice and referred to the Committee on the Judiciary.
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12 April 2005
Introduced
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3488-3489)
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12 April 2005
Introduced
Introduced in Senate
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Sources

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Official source: https://www.congress.gov/bill/109th-congress/senate-bill/766
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