HB 6082 Summary

• Amends the 1937 Public Act 329 regarding compensation for peace officers killed in active duty to make language gender-neutral.

• Surviving spouses or dependents of peace officers killed in the line of duty receive $1,000 for funeral expenses and $18 per week until $5,000 total is paid.

• Redefines "dependent" to include children, parents (changed from "mother, father, or both"), and siblings (changed from "brothers and sisters") of the deceased officer in order of priority.

• If a peace officer leaves no surviving spouse or dependents, the officer's estate receives $1,000 for funeral and final sickness expenses.

• Takes effect only if Senate Joint Resolution ____ or House Joint Resolution T of the 100th Legislature becomes part of the 1963 Michigan Constitution.