Bill > SB1119

This bill amends the 1968 PA 293 Act, which establishes the status of minors and their rights and duties. The key provisions are: 1. Emancipation can occur by operation of law, such as when an individual reaches 18 years of age, is on active duty with the U.S. Armed Forces, or is a prisoner seeking medical care. Emancipation can also occur by court order through a petition filed by a minor. 2. An emancipated minor has the rights and responsibilities of an adult, except for those specific to their age, such as voting, using alcohol, and other health and safety regulations. This includes the right to enter into contracts, sue or be sued, retain their own earnings, establish a separate domicile, authorize their own medical care, apply for a driver's license, and register for school. 3. The parents of an emancipated minor are jointly and severally obligated to support the minor, but are not liable for any debts incurred during the period of emancipation. The bill removes the provision that allows an emancipated minor to marry, as that was previously included in the existing law.