HB4629

Family law: marriage and divorce; certain references in Chapter 84 of divorce; make gender neutral. Amends secs. 9f, 23, 27, 36 & 37 of 1846 RS 84 (MCL 552.9f et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HJR F'25

Introduced·6/10/25
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Michigan HB4629 makes divorce law gender neutral by updating references in divorce statutes.

Michigan HB4629 amends sections of the divorce chapter to make gender-neutral references in Michigan's divorce law. The bill updates terms such as "husband and wife" to "spouses" and "he" or "she" to "they" or "their" in various sections. This change ensures that the law applies equally to all married couples regardless of gender. The amendments affect sections 9f, 23, 27, 36, and 37 of the divorce chapter, ensuring consistency and fairness in the application of divorce law.

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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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