Introduced
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To prohibit indemnity promises in commercial snowplow and deicing service contracts, which require the contractor to indemnify or hold harmless the property owner from liability for loss or damage resulting from negligence or omissions (like missing a spot when clearing ice from walkways).
Referred to the Committee on Judiciary
Reported without amendment
With the recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted and that the bill then pass.
Amendment offered
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To clarify that the bill applies to contracts entered after it goes into effect.
The amendment passed by voice vote
Amendment offered
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To clarify that the bill only bans contracts indemnifying against lawsuits claiming the service receiver was solely responsible for negligence.
The amendment passed by voice vote
Passed in the House 101 to 8 (details)
Referred to the Committee on Judiciary
