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HB0047

Duty to Help During Emergencies

Last scannedOct 6, 2026, 2:19 AM

In one sentence

The bill proposes a law that requires people to call for help if they know or believe someone is at risk of serious injury or death, and it establishes penalties for failing to do so.

Requires individuals who are aware of another person's imminent danger of serious bodily injury or death to attempt to contact law enforcement or an emergency medical care provider, provided that doing so does not put themselves or the other person at risk.

People who know or believe someone is in immediate danger and are able to call for help without risking their own safety.

The bill did not pass and was not signed into law.
It does not apply if the person helping would be at risk of serious bodily injury themselves when calling for help.

Plain language

Serious bodily injury: An injury that is very bad, like a broken bone or severe bleeding.
Emergency medical care provider: A doctor, nurse, or other person who can give urgent help to someone who is hurt or sick.

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H Failed Introduction 22-39-1-0-02026-02-11 · House22 yes 39 no

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