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Legal Protection for Medical Volunteers in Emergencies

This bill aims to ensure that medical volunteers working in community health centers during declared emergencies, such as natural disasters or epidemics, are covered by legal protection against claims. This means citizens can expect greater access to medical assistance during difficult times, as medical personnel can provide support more freely without fear of legal repercussions.
Key points
Facilitates medical volunteers providing services at various health centers during crises by ensuring continuous legal protection.
Defines the timeframes during which volunteers are covered, increasing legal certainty for both them and patients.
Enhances the ability of community health centers to respond to emergencies by encouraging medical volunteering.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_9571
Sponsor: Rep. Barr, Andy [R-KY-6]
Process start date: 2022-12-15
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend title II of the Public Health Services to provide clarity with respect to coverage of claims against health care practitioners providing health professional volunteer services at community health centers during declared emergencies.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9571.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-12-15.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Facilitates medical volunteers providing services at various health centers during crises by ensuring continuous legal protection.
  • Defines the timeframes during which volunteers are covered, increasing legal certainty for both them and patients.
  • Enhances the ability of community health centers to respond to emergencies by encouraging medical volunteering.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Barr, Andy [R-KY-6].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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