Bill > HB4067

This bill modifies Michigan's Safe Delivery of Newborns law to expand options for parents who wish to safely surrender their newborns, introducing a new concept of "newborn safety devices" in addition to existing surrender procedures. The key provisions include defining a newborn as a child up to 72 hours old and creating detailed requirements for newborn safety devices, which must be located in 24/7 staffed emergency service provider buildings, lock automatically, provide a controlled environment, trigger immediate staff notification, and have a transparent interior wall. Emergency service providers must publicly post information about these devices, create forms for parents to voluntarily provide medical and contact information, and inspect the devices monthly. The bill maintains existing protections for parents, including anonymity and a 28-day window to petition for custody, while adding provisions to track and publicize surrenders without revealing identifying information. The law aims to provide a safe alternative for parents who feel unable to care for their newborn, reducing the risk of infant abandonment and ensuring the child's immediate protection and potential adoption. The changes take effect 90 days after enactment, giving emergency service providers time to implement the new requirements for newborn safety devices.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4067