MI SB1132

Allows a married individual to adopt an adult without their spouse joining the petition if all interested parties consent.

Allows a married individual to adopt without their spouse joining the petition if the other spouse's failure to join is excused by the court for good cause shown or in the best interest of the child.

Clarifies jurisdiction rules for adoption petitions, requiring filing in the county where parental rights were terminated or are pending termination, or where the child is found.

Permits the chief judge to transfer adoption proceedings to the county where the petitioner resides or the prospective adoptee is found upon motion.

Requires adoption petitions to include verified information about petitioners, adoptees, parental rights status, and property, with exceptions for direct placements where identifying information is not exchanged.