MI HB5512

Establishes penalty schedule for noncompliance with family self-sufficiency plan requirements: 3-month ineligibility for first instance, 6-month for second instance, and permanent ineligibility for third instance.

Defines noncompliance to include quitting a job, being fired for misconduct, refusing employment offers, failing to participate in PATH program activities, or refusing employment support services.

Provides 12-day notice period before penalties are imposed, allowing recipients to demonstrate "good cause" for noncompliance including temporary illness, lack of child care, excessive commute times, or unplanned circumstances.

Requires child support compliance as condition of eligibility, with minimum 1-month ineligibility period if recipient fails to comply with child support requirements or establish paternity without good cause.

Takes effect January 1, 2016.