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Legal Protection for Volunteer Healthcare Professionals During Disasters

New rules protect volunteer healthcare professionals from legal liability for actions taken in good faith during disasters. This aims to encourage more professionals to assist in emergencies, ensuring citizens receive faster medical care in crises.
Key points
Doctors and other medical professionals volunteering during declared disasters will be protected from lawsuits.
Protection applies to actions within their scope of practice, taken in good faith, unless there was gross negligence or willful misconduct.
The act aims to facilitate rapid medical response in crisis situations, potentially improving safety and access to care for affected individuals.
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Print number: 117_S_2941
Sponsor: Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA]
Process start date: 2021-10-06
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Good Samaritan Health Professionals Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2941.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-10-06.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Doctors and other medical professionals volunteering during declared disasters will be protected from lawsuits.
  • Protection applies to actions within their scope of practice, taken in good faith, unless there was gross negligence or willful misconduct.
  • The act aims to facilitate rapid medical response in crisis situations, potentially improving safety and access to care for affected individuals.
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 Sen. Cassidy, Bill [R-LA].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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Health Security