U.S. Jurisdictions
More Info
Displaying information for All Roles located in American Samoa for All Scenarios
The following are compacts that pertain to this state or territory.
Western Interstate Nuclear CompactTitle
Profession
Summary
Liability: Individual Providing Assistance or Advice during Public Health Emergency
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
When a public health emergency declaration is in effect, an individual who, under orders from a Department of Health official, provides assistance or advice will not be held legally responsible for providing assistance or advice. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm. They can also be held legally responsible if they caused or contributed to the public health emergency.,
A.S.C.A 13.0322
Liability: Individual Providing Assistance or Advice during Public Health Emergency
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
When a public health emergency declaration is in effect, an individual who, under orders from a Department of Health official, provides assistance or advice will not be held legally responsible for providing assistance or advice. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm. They can also be held legally responsible if they caused or contributed to the public health emergency.,
A.S.C.A 13.0322 Click to Learn More
Liability: Complying with Department of Health Orders
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual affiliated with the Department of Health, who attempts to comply with the orders of the Department of Health, will not be held legally responsible for acting or failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
A.S.C.A. 13.0237
Liability: Complying with Department of Health Orders
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual affiliated with the Department of Health, who attempts to comply with the orders of the Department of Health, will not be held legally responsible for acting or failing to act. They can be held legally responsible if acting with extreme carelessness or intent to cause harm.,
A.S.C.A. 13.0237 Click to Learn More
Title
Profession
Summary
License Reciprocity: Disaster Emergency
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, an individual who holds an out-of-state license, certificate, or permit to practice a professional, mechanical, or other skill can practice that skill without complying with American Samoa licensure laws.,
A.S.C.A. 26.0108(b)
License Reciprocity: Disaster Emergency
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
When an emergency declaration is in effect, an individual who holds an out-of-state license, certificate, or permit to practice a professional, mechanical, or other skill can practice that skill without complying with American Samoa licensure laws.,
A.S.C.A. 26.0108(b) Click to Learn More
Title
Profession
Summary
Title
Profession
Summary
Workers’ Compensation: Volunteer
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual who volunteers their services and is injured while performing their duties is entitled to workers’ compensation.,
A.S.C.A. 32.0523
Workers’ Compensation: Volunteer
Other Medical Professional, Other Volunteer, Nurse, Physician, Emergency Medical Services Professional, Governmental Public Health Official, Firefighter, Law Enforcement, Veterinarian, Dentist, Pharmacist, Social Worker, Mental or Behavioral Health Professional,
An individual who volunteers their services and is injured while performing their duties is entitled to workers’ compensation.,
A.S.C.A. 32.0523 Click to Learn More