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MI HB5288

Bill

Status

Passed

12/31/2016

Primary Sponsor

Robert Wittenberg

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Origin

House of Representatives

98th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Establishes that military spouses admitted to Michigan's bar remain valid until the board of law examiners receives notice of a triggering event.

  • Requires military spouse attorneys to notify the board in writing if the service member leaves active duty, the marriage ends, or the service member transfers permanently outside Michigan.

  • Allows military spouses to continue practicing during unaccompanied or remote assignments with no dependents authorized, but requires notification when the service member is subsequently assigned to a duty station where dependents are authorized.

  • Mandates notification to the board within 30 days of a triggering event, or within 180 days if the event involves the service member's death or disability.

  • Takes effect 90 days after enactment, contingent on House Bill 5289 being enacted into law.

Legislative Description

Occupations; attorneys; individuals licensed to practice law as a military spouse; require certain notifications to board of law examiners. Amends 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.101 - 600.9947) by adding sec. 947a.

Military affairs: other

Last Action

Assigned Pa 423'16 With Immediate Effect

12/31/2016

Committee Referrals

Judiciary10/18/2016
Government Operations2/2/2016

Full Bill Text

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