MI HB4674

Expands definition of "crime" to include acts by federally recognized tribes, crimes committed in other states affecting Michigan residents, and international terrorism acts affecting residents.

Increases maximum compensation award from previous levels to $45,000 per claimant, with specific subcategory limits including $8,000 for funeral expenses plus $500 for grave marker, $3,800 for relocation, and $5,000 for crime scene cleanup.

Allows emergency awards up to $4,000 pending final decision if undue hardship exists, to be deducted from final award with excess to be repaid by claimant.

Expands eligible claimants to include household members, individuals in dating relationships with victims, guardians/caregivers, and dependents; maintains ineligibility for those criminally responsible or accomplices to the crime.

Establishes minimum threshold of $200 out-of-pocket loss or 5 days lost earnings/support (waivable for certain sexual conduct victims and health care providers), limits psychological counseling to 35 sessions at specified hourly rates, and takes effect August 12, 2023.