To require employers of first responders to pay for certain judgments against, and other costs incurred by, those first responders that arise out of their conduct in the course of official duty.
First Responders Protection Act of 2010 - Requires each employer of a law enforcement officer, firefighter, or emergency medical services provider to pay for any liability (including litigation costs related to a claim of such liability) of such first responder arising from conduct in the course of official duty, unless the first responder intended to engage in the conduct or cause the result that is the basis of the liability.
Provides that nothing in this Act affects any state or local law that provides a comparable or greater amount of payment of the liability of first responders.
Introduced in House
Introduced in House
Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR E532)
Referred to the House Committee on Education and Labor.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections.
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