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MI HB5574
Bill
Status
2/24/2026
Primary Sponsor
Alicia St. Germaine
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AI Summary
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Creates a new misdemeanor offense for approaching within 25 feet of a first responder after receiving a verbal warning to stay back, with intent to impede, threaten, or harass them, punishable by up to 60 days in jail or a $500 fine
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Elevates the offense to a felony punishable by up to 2 years imprisonment and/or $1,000 fine if the violation causes injury to the first responder
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Establishes a felony punishable by up to 15 years imprisonment and/or $7,500 fine if the violation results in the death of the first responder
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment, contingent on House Bill No. 5575 also being enacted into law
Legislative Description
Crimes: public office and officers; intimidating or harassing an individual based on actual or perceived employment as a first responder; prohibit, and provide penalties. Amends 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.1 - 750.568) by adding sec. 409c. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5575'26
Crimes: public office and officers
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 02/24/2026
2/26/2026