A bill to grant immunity from liability and indemnification for enforcement actions to certain state and local government officials, employees, and contractors; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local government officers and entities; to provide for the legal defense of state officials, employees, and contractors; and to provide for reimbursement of certain state and local government officials, employees, and contractors for certain legal expenses.
House Bill No. 5774 aims to provide civil immunity and indemnification for certain government officials, employees, and contractors involved in enforcement actions. This legislation outlines the conditions under which state and local government officials, employees, or contractors are granted immunity from liability for damages incurred while enforcing specific sections of the Michigan penal code. It specifies that immunity applies unless the individual acted in bad faith, with conscious indifference, or recklessness.
The bill sets limits on indemnification payments for personal injury, death, and property damage, and clarifies that these provisions do not waive any statutory limits on damages under state law. It mandates that the attorney general represent those entitled to indemnification and allows for the reimbursement of reasonable attorney fees incurred during the defense of criminal prosecutions related to enforcement actions.
Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for direct appeals to the supreme court in civil actions related to the protections under this act. It also states that its effectiveness is contingent upon the enactment of related legislation, specifically mentioning Senate Bill No.____ or House Bill No. 5778 of the 102nd Legislature.
Co-sponsored by Reps.
Referred to the Committee on Government Operations
