An Act amending title 23 Virgin Islands Code, chapter 10, subchapter IV, section 1073 to exempt a public safety agency or private safety entity from liability
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Signed by Governor
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Bill Overview
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.
Harder to sue over 911 mistakes
In the U.S. Virgin Islands, the law protects 911 providers and public safety agencies. You cannot sue them for ordinary negligence in their operation, administration, or maintenance of 911. You can still sue if their conduct is grossly negligent or willful. This shield also covers their employees, agents, contractors, and affiliates.
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Actions Timeline
Enacted
7/9/2025legislatureTo Governor
7/1/2025legislatureFloor
6/27/2025legislatureRules
6/25/2025legislatureIntroduced
2/27/2025legislatureCommittee
1/29/2025legislature
Bill Text
Enacted Act
7/9/2025
Amendment
6/27/2025
Bill Text
2/27/2025
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