HB4625

Worker's compensation: other; certain references in the worker's compensation act; make gender neutral. Amends secs. 118, 335 & 353 of 1969 PA 317 (MCL 418.118 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HJR F'25

Introduced·6/10/25
Introduced Text

Amends Michigan worker's compensation laws to make certain references gender neutral.

The bill amends sections 118, 335, and 353 of the Michigan Worker's Compensation Act to make certain references gender neutral. This includes modifying terms such as "wife" and "spouse" to be inclusive of all genders. The changes ensure that the law applies equally to all individuals, regardless of gender, in matters related to household domestic servants, dependency, and compensation payments. The amendments aim to update the language of the act to reflect modern inclusivity standards.

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History

Jun 11, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 06/10/2025

Jun 10, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Penelope Tsernoglou

Jun 10, 2025

House

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