HB4696

Children: guardians; definition of relative under the guardianship assistance act; modify. Amends sec. 2 of 2008 PA 260 (MCL 722.872). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4697'25

Chamber Passed·4/16/26

Modifies the definition of "relative" under the guardianship assistance act for children.

This bill amends the definition of "relative" under the guardianship assistance act for children. It specifies that a relative is someone who is at least 18 years old and related to the child within the fifth degree by blood, marriage, or adoption. It also includes the spouse of someone related to the child and the parent of a man found to be the putative father. The bill ensures that the definition aligns with the probate code and other relevant laws.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 8–2 · Apr 16
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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27
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

8 Yea

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2 Nay

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Calendar

May 19

12:00 PM

Senate Housing and Human Services

May 12

12:00 PM

Senate Housing and Human Services

History

May 20

Senate

Reported Favorably Without Amendment 5/19/2026

May 20

Senate

Referred To Committee Of The Whole

Apr 21

Senate

Passed By House With Immediate Effect