MI HB5658

Allows inmates from level I security facilities who volunteer to work in private manufacturing or service enterprises located within 10 miles of correctional facilities or inside them.

Requires private enterprises to maintain a 1:3 ratio of employees to inmates and pay inmates the higher of prevailing wage or minimum wage, with wages distributed for taxes, restitution, family support, personal use, and state reimbursement.

Permits inmate labor only for products where more than 80% sold in the U.S. is manufactured outside the country and none is made in Michigan, or for services not performed in the state.

Prohibits legislators from participating directly or indirectly in correctional industries programs for 2 years after leaving office.

Ensures inmates maintain limited access to work sites and restricts access to employee, customer, or client personal information including addresses, financial data, and health records.