MI HB4432

Each house of the legislature may authorize its committees and commissions to administer oaths, subpoena witnesses, and examine books and records of persons or entities involved in matters before those committees or commissions.

The legislature may also authorize committees and commissions appointed by the legislature to administer oaths, subpoena witnesses, and examine books and records related to matters properly before them.

Subpoenas must be served at least 7 days before the production date unless a shorter period is approved by majority vote of the committee or commission, and must include a copy of the authorizing resolution or statute and a statement of the investigation's subject matter.

Persons served with subpoenas may be accompanied by counsel if a personal appearance is required, and witnesses who refuse to comply, refuse to testify, or fail to produce requested documents may be punished for contempt of the legislature.

Records provided to committees or commissions are not considered public disclosure, and committees may meet in closed sessions to review confidential records with only members, clerks, legal counsel, and necessary personnel present.