Governor-declared emergency; provides civil immunity for private & charitable organizations. (HB1983)
Introduced By
Del. Jennifer McClellan (D-Richmond) with support from co-patrons Del. Sal Iaquinto (R-Virginia Beach), Del. Terry Kilgore (R-Gate City), Del. Chris Peace (R-Mechanicsville), and Del. Margi Vanderhye (D-McLean)
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Description
Emergency response; liability. Provides civil immunity for private and charitable organizations providing resources and assistance, without compensation, pursuant to a governor-declared emergency or during a formal emergency management training exercise, and at the request of the State Department of Emergency Management or a local emergency management employee. The immunity would not apply in instances of gross negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct. Amends § 44-146.23 (“Immunity from liability.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »
