Michigan HB5072 allocates $1,480,000 for testing backlogged sexual assault kits and related activities.

Michigan HB5072 provides $1,480,000 in funding for the Department of Attorney General to test backlogged sexual assault kits across the state. The funds can be used to eliminate county backlogs, retest previously tested kits using DNA testing, assist local prosecutors with investigations, and provide victim services. The department must submit a report by February 1 detailing the action plan and anticipated litigation expenditures. The appropriations are subject to the management and budget act.

Michigan HB5072 allocates $1,480,000 for testing backlogged sexual assault kits and related activities.

Michigan HB5072 provides $1,480,000 in funding for the Department of Attorney General to test backlogged sexual assault kits across the state. The funds can be used to eliminate county backlogs, retest previously tested kits using DNA testing, assist local prosecutors with investigations, and provide victim services. The department must submit a report by February 1 detailing the action plan and anticipated litigation expenditures. The appropriations are subject to the management and budget act.