HB5423

Labor: discrimination; employees who are victims of certain crimes; prohibit employers from discriminating against because of. Creates new act.

Introduced·12/18/25
Introduced Text

Michigan HB5423 prohibits employers from discriminating against employees who are victims of violent crimes.

Michigan HB5423 establishes protections for employees who are victims of violent crimes. Employers are prohibited from taking adverse employment actions against employees who are victims of violent crimes, participate in related legal proceedings, or request job adjustments due to being a victim. Employers must post and provide a notice summarizing these protections to employees. Employers who violate these provisions face civil penalties. The act defines "violent crime" and "family member" and outlines the rights of aggrieved individuals to seek relief in court.

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History

Dec 23, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 12/18/2025

Dec 18, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Jimmie Wilson Jr.

Dec 18, 2025

House

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