Recreation: other; act regarding medical emergencies in health clubs; revise cross-reference to the Good Samaritan Act. Amends sec. 3 of 2006 PA 23 (MCL 333.26313). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0590'25
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Overview
This bill clarifies the responsibilities of health clubs and their employees regarding medical emergencies. Specifically, it states that a health club owner, operator, or employee does not have a duty to provide emergency service if an individual is using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) that the club possesses. The bill also reaffirms the existing protections under the Good Samaritan Act. Passage of this bill is contingent upon the enactment of Senate Bill 590.
Key provisions
- Health clubs are not required to provide emergency service to individuals using AEDs on the premises.
- The bill clarifies the applicability of the Good Samaritan Act.
- The amendment applies to health club owners, operators, and employees.
Who is affected
- Health clubs
- Health club owners
- Health club operators
- Health club employees
- Individuals using AEDs in health clubs
Notable changes
- Revises the cross-reference to the Good Samaritan Act.
- Establishes a specific exception to the duty to provide emergency service when an AED is available.
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