HB0047Introduced in the House
Duty to assist during emergencies.
Introduced by Steve Harshman, District 37
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
AN ACT relating to crimes and offenses; specifying a requirement for persons to assist others at risk of serious bodily injury or death; creating a criminal offense for failure to assist; specifying penalties; and providing for an effective date.
Where it stands
Failed Introduction 22-39-1-0-0
February 11, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
HouseStage: Failed Introduction 22-39-1-0-0 · February 11, 2026
22
Yes
39
No
1
Absent or Not Voting
62 representatives recorded in this House vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
See how each representative voted
| Representative | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Chip Neiman | 1 | No |
| J.D. Williams | 2 | Yes |
| Abby Angelos | 3 | No |
| Jeremy Haroldson | 4 | No |
| Scott Smith | 5 | No |
| Tomi Strock | 6 | No |
| Bob Nicholas | 7 | Yes |
| Steve Johnson | 8 | No |
| Landon Brown | 9 | No |
| Justin Fornstrom | 10 | Yes |
Bill history
Bill Number Assigned
Received for Introduction
Failed Introduction 22-39-1-0-0
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