HB5575

Crimes: public office and officers; certain terms related to the crime of intimidating or harassing an individual based on actual or perceived employment as a first responder; define. Amends 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.1 - 750.568) by adding sec. 409d. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5574'26

Chamber Passed·6/9/26

Michigan HB5575 defines terms related to the crime of intimidating or harassing first responders.

Michigan HB5575 amends the Michigan Penal Code by adding definitions for terms related to the crime of intimidating or harassing first responders. It defines "corrections officer," "firefighter," "first responder," "harass," and "law enforcement officer." The definitions include specific roles within these categories, such as prison or jail guards, parole or probation officers, and emergency medical service personnel. The bill also specifies that the definitions apply to conduct that intentionally causes substantial emotional distress and serves no legitimate purpose.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 71–33 · Jun 9
Current
Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
15
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

71 Yea

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33 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 3

10:30 AM

House Judiciary

May 20

10:30 AM

House Judiciary

History

Jun 11

Senate

Passed By House With Immediate Effect

Jun 11

Senate

Referred To Committee On Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety

Jun 9

House

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