2015 House Bill 4843 / Public Act 220

Give overdosing minors immunity if they turn themselves in

Introduced in the House

Aug. 20, 2015

Introduced by Rep. Al Pscholka (R-79)

To extend immunity from illegal drug laws for an overdosed minor who shows up at a health facility for observation or treatment. This would also apply to a friend who accompanies or assists the overdosed individual.

Referred to the Committee on Criminal Justice

Oct. 6, 2015

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Oct. 14, 2015

Passed in the House 106 to 0 (details)

Received in the Senate

Oct. 20, 2015

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary

Nov. 10, 2015

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Dec. 9, 2015

Passed in the Senate 38 to 0 (details)

To extend immunity from illegal drug laws for an overdosed minor who shows up at a health facility for observation or treatment. This would also apply to a friend who accompanies or assists the overdosed individual.

Signed by Gov. Rick Snyder

Dec. 16, 2015