Honorable Joe Nixon, Chair, House Committee on Civil Practices
FROM:
John Keel, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB3439 by Rose (Relating to the liability of certain physicians for examinations and medical screenings of students.), As Introduced
No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
Under the bill, a physician who, without compensation or expectation of compensation, conducts a physical examination or medical screening for the purposes of certifying the patient's eligibility to participate in school-sponsored extracurricular or sporting activity is immune from civil liability if certain conditions are met. The bill does not limit the liability of a school district to its students, teachers, or staff, or apply to a governmental unit.
Local Government Impact
No fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.