Relates to removing an unsupervised or unattended minor from a motor vehicle
This bill protects individuals who break into a locked vehicle to rescue a minor in immediate danger, such as a child left unattended in a hot car. To qualify, the person must confirm the vehicle is locked, believe the child is in imminent danger, use only necessary force, contact 911 first, and leave their contact information on the vehicle. They must stay with the child until emergency responders arrive. The law directly affects bystanders who act in good faith during such emergencies, shielding them from legal liability if all conditions are met.
Bill status
failed
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 4, 2025
Last action Jan 7, 2026
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Jan 7, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
lower
Feb 4, 2025
Committee
REFERRED TO TRANSPORTATION
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Angelo Morinello
RRepublican
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