An Act relative to the expansion of the Good Samaritan Law

Summary

The bill permits any properly licensed driver or a good‑faith passenger in a legally insured vehicle to voluntarily ferry a needy person to a chosen location and back, receiving only reimbursement for tolls or parking. Those volunteers are protected from civil liability for any harm caused during the transport, unless the harm results from gross negligence or willful misconduct. It aims to encourage private assistance for those who need transportation.

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