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MI HB5982
Bill
Status
5/24/2018
Primary Sponsor
Sara Cambensy
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AI Summary
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Creates new criminal offense under Michigan Penal Code Section 478b for using professional position of authority to prevent or attempt to prevent reporting of alleged sexual assault, sexual abuse, or non-consensual sexual contact violations to a Title IX coordinator at a postsecondary educational institution.
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Establishes punishment as a misdemeanor with up to 1 year imprisonment and/or a fine not to exceed $1,000.
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Defines "postsecondary educational institution" as degree- or certificate-granting public or private colleges, universities, junior colleges, or community colleges located in Michigan.
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment into law.
Legislative Description
Crimes; other; preventing reporting of certain alleged crimes to title IX coordinator by use of position of authority; prohibit. Amends 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.1 - 750.568) by adding sec. 478b.
Crimes: criminal sexual conduct
Last Action
Referred To Committee Of The Whole
6/7/2018