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MI SB1128
Bill
AI Summary
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Requires the Department of Corrections to test prisoners for hepatitis C virus before they are released on parole or discharged upon completion of their maximum sentence.
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Exempts prisoners who have already been diagnosed with hepatitis C virus from the testing requirement.
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Mandates that prisoners testing positive for hepatitis C virus be reported to appropriate health authorities in compliance with communicable disease reporting rules under the Michigan Public Health Code.
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Takes effect only if Senate Bill No. 1130 is enacted into law (tie-barred legislation).
Legislative Description
Corrections; prisoners; testing for the hepatitis C virus in correction facilities; require before release or discharge from a correctional facility. Amends 1953 PA 232 (MCL 791.201 - 791.285) by adding sec. 37a. TIE BAR WITH: SB 1130'14
Corrections, prisoners
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Appropriations
12/3/2014