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Ducey Signs Bill Protecting Those Who Save Kids, Dogs In Cars

Gov. Doug Ducey has signed a measure that will stop someone who breaks a car window to rescue a child or pet from being sued.

The measure faced opposition from Rep. Eddie Fransworth who refused to give it a hearing, saying there were already legal protections for those who save lives.

To get immunity, a would-be rescuer must first notify police, medical personnel or animal control officers. Then, after entering the vehicle, the person must stay on site until there’s a response.

KJZZ senior field correspondent Kathy Ritchie has 20 years of experience reporting and writing stories for national and local media outlets — nearly a decade of it has been spent in public media.