SB0285

Family law: marriage and divorce; persons authorized to solemnize marriage; modify. Amends sec. 7 of 1846 RS 83 (MCL 551.7). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0286'25

Chamber Passed·6/10/25

Michigan SB0285 expands the list of authorized individuals who can solemnize marriages in Michigan.

Michigan SB0285 amends the state's marriage laws by expanding the list of authorized individuals who can solemnize marriages. The bill allows district court judges, district court magistrates, municipal judges, probate judges, mayors, township supervisors, county clerks, and civil celebrants to perform marriage ceremonies. Additionally, it permits ministers, clerics, and religious practitioners to solemnize marriages if they meet specific criteria.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the Senate · 22–15 · Jun 10, 2025
Current
Government Operations Committee
Next
House floor vote

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

22 Yea

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15 Nay

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Calendar

Jun 3, 2025

1:30 PM

Senate Local Government

History

Jun 10, 2025

Senate

Passed Roll Call # 162 Yeas 22 Nays 15 Excused 0 Not Voting 0

Jun 10, 2025

House

Received On 06/10/2025

Jun 10, 2025

House

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