Good Samaritan Volunteer Firefighter Assistance Act of 2005

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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• Introduced in Senate (text)

  Introduced in Senate · EN · 12 April 2005

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• Introduced in Senate

  summary · EN · 12 April 2005

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