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: HB 4108'25
Impact
The proposed changes to the current law are significant as they relieve health club staff from the duty of care regarding the use of AEDs in emergency situations. As the use of AEDs becomes more prevalent, this legislative measure seeks to encourage health clubs to maintain these devices without the fear of legal repercussions if emergencies occur. The amendment, however, does not undermine the protections offered by the Good Samaritan Act, which continues to apply to individual actions regarding medical emergencies.
Summary
House Bill 4109 aims to amend the existing legislation governing health clubs in Michigan, specifically regarding their responsibilities during potential medical emergencies. The bill clarifies that individuals associated with health clubs—including owners, operators, or employees—are not legally obliged to provide emergency services when an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is used by a health club patron. This amendment is intended to reduce concerns about liability for health club staff when assisting individuals in medical distress.
Contention
There may be debate surrounding this bill, particularly regarding its implications for public safety in health clubs. Supporters might argue that the bill enables health clubs to operate more freely without the fear of lawsuits, potentially leading to more clubs investing in AEDs because of the reduced liability risk. Conversely, critics could express concern that the bill reduces the incentive for health clubs to adequately train their staff in emergency response procedures, thereby posing risks to patrons' safety during medical emergencies.
Same As
Torts: liability; immunity for individuals rendering emergency services who apply bleeding control; provide for. Amends 1963 PA 17 (MCL 691.1501 - 681.1507) by adding sec. 8. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4109'25
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).
Marihuana: other; cross-references to industrial hemp research and development act within the medical marihuana facilities licensing act; amend. Amends title & secs. 102, 206, 502 & 505 of 2016 PA 281 (MCL 333.27102 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6288'24
Civil procedure: other; certain references in the revised judicature act; make gender neutral. Amends secs. 1410, 2005, 2162, 2807, 3344, 5451, 6023a & 6131 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.1410 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HJR F'23
Tobacco: other; reference to 1915 PA 31 in the age of majority act of 1971; revise. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 1971 PA 79 (MCL 722.52 & 722.53). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0654'23
Tobacco: other; reference to 1915 PA 31 in the age of majority act of 1971; revise. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 1971 PA 79 (MCL 722.52 & 722.53). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0651'23
Tobacco: other; reference to 1915 PA 31 in the age of majority act of 1971; revise. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 1971 PA 79 (MCL 722.52 & 722.53). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0649'23
Insurance: other; the insurance code of 1956; amend to reflect amendments to the public health code. Amends sec. 2006 of 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.2006). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5477'24