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HB5016

Crimes: prostitution; offenses of and references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the Michigan penal code. Amends secs. 13, 159g, 167, 411j, 448, 449, 450, 451, 451a, 451c, 452, 453, 454, 455, 456, 457, 458, 459, 460, 462 & 520m of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.13 et seq.) & repeals sec. 449a of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.449a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5017'25, HB 5018'25, HB 5019'25, HB 5015'25, HB 5014'25, HB 5028'25, HB 5020'25, HB 5021'25, HB 5027'25, HB 5022'25, HB 5023'25, HB 5024'25, HB 5025'25, HB 5026'25

Introduced·9/18/25
Introduced Text

Modifies Michigan penal code to redefine prostitution and related offenses, and repeals a section concerning human trafficking.

The bill amends the Michigan penal code to redefine prostitution and related offenses, including soliciting, aiding, and promoting prostitution. It also repeals section 449a, which previously addressed human trafficking. The bill includes provisions for DNA identification profiling for certain offenders and establishes penalties for violations. It takes effect 90 days after enactment, contingent on the passage of related bills.

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History

Sep 24, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 09/18/2025

Sep 18, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Laurie Pohutsky

Sep 18, 2025

House

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