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SB 591

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

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Stephanie Chang and 1 co-sponsor

SB 591 updates Michigan health club law to clarify Good Samaritan Act protections for medical emergency responders, reducing liability concerns that discourage life-saving interventions.

referred to second reading
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Bill Summary · SB 591

Legislative bill overview

SB 591 updates Michigan law regarding medical emergencies in health clubs by revising a reference to the state's Good Samaritan Act. The bill amends existing statute (MCL 333.26313) and is tied to companion bill SB 590, suggesting coordinated legislative changes to emergency response procedures in fitness facilities.

Why is this important

Health clubs face liability concerns when medical emergencies occur on their premises. Clarifying Good Samaritan Act protections encourages staff and bystanders to provide life-saving aid (CPR, defibrillators) without fear of lawsuits. Proper statutory references ensure these legal protections are clearly understood and reliably applied.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of immunity: Unclear whether protections extend equally to facility staff, members, and untrained bystanders, or if standards differ by training level
  • Tie-bar dependency: The bill's effectiveness may depend on complementary changes in SB 590, making the full legislative intent difficult to assess independently
  • Liability gaps: May not address whether facility owners bear responsibility for having emergency equipment (AEDs) or trained personnel available

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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