Benoit bill provides immunity to emergency workers
State Sen. John J. Benoit first bill as a state senator has cleared both chambers of the Legislature and will await the governor's approval following the resolution of the State budget deficit.
The bill provides legal immunity to emergency service workers who perform disaster services during a state of emergency.
"The Good Samaritan Protection Act corrects a court decision that, if left untouched, would have created a chilling effect for the good-doers in our community," Benoit said.
"I was proud of its strong bipartisan support and the consensus among my colleagues to protect those who help out in emergency situations."
Benoit is a Republican who represents the 37th District, which includes Norco.
The bill provides legal immunity to emergency service workers who perform disaster services during a state of emergency.
"The Good Samaritan Protection Act corrects a court decision that, if left untouched, would have created a chilling effect for the good-doers in our community," Benoit said.
"I was proud of its strong bipartisan support and the consensus among my colleagues to protect those who help out in emergency situations."
Benoit is a Republican who represents the 37th District, which includes Norco.
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