MI HB5026

Expands family division court jurisdiction to include juveniles under 18 found within the county who are dependent and in danger of substantial physical or psychological harm, including homeless juveniles, those who repeatedly run away, or those exploited through commercial sexual activity.

Establishes court jurisdiction over juveniles whose custodial parent or legally responsible person has died or become permanently incapacitated with no appropriate caregiver willing and able to provide care.

Grants court jurisdiction when a parent with a guardian for the juvenile under the estates code has failed to provide regular substantial support for 2+ years or failed to visit/contact the juvenile for 2+ years without good cause.

Adds court jurisdiction over juveniles ages 17-18 with concurrent jurisdiction if voluntary services are exhausted or refused, covering those addicted to drugs/alcohol, associating with criminals, or found in houses of prostitution.

Takes effect 90 days after enactment (January 14, 2015) and is contingent on House Bill 5012 being enacted into law.