HB4604

Family law: marriage and divorce; certain references in the foreign marriage act; make gender neutral. Amends sec. 1 of 1939 PA 168 (MCL 551.271) & repeals sec. 2 of 1939 PA 168 (MCL 551.272). TIE BAR WITH: HJR F'25

Introduced·6/10/25
Introduced Text

Michigan HB4604 amends the Foreign Marriage Act to make references gender neutral.

Michigan HB4604 amends the Foreign Marriage Act to remove gender-specific language, ensuring that the act applies equally to all marriages regardless of the gender of the parties involved. The bill repeals section 2 of 1939 PA 168, which previously excluded same-sex marriages from being recognized in Michigan. This change aligns the act with evolving legal standards and ensures that all valid marriages solemnized in other states are recognized in Michigan, regardless of the gender of the parties.

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History

Jun 11, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 06/10/2025

Jun 10, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Jason Morgan

Jun 10, 2025

House

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