An Act For The Department Of Health Appropriation For The 2026-2027 Fiscal Year.

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This bill amends laws about the voluntary delivery of a child to certain safe locations, often called "safe haven" laws. It adds "emergency medical services provider" to the list of places where a parent can safely leave a child 30 days old or younger without facing criminal charges for abandonment. The bill also defines "emergency medical services provider" and outlines requirements for newborn safety devices, including those at volunteer fire departments.

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