Bill > HB5423

This bill prohibits employers from taking adverse employment actions against employees who are victims of violent crimes, including discrimination, harassment, or termination. The bill defines key terms such as "adverse employment action" (which includes not hiring, firing, or discriminating against an employee), "family member" (broadly defined to include blood relatives, spouses, civil union partners, and individuals with close familial-like relationships), and "violent crime" (based on the existing legal definition of assaultive crime). Specifically, employers cannot take negative actions against employees who are victims of violent crimes, who attend or participate in legal proceedings related to such crimes, or who request job adjustments for safety reasons (such as transferring to a different location, changing work schedules, or installing workplace security measures). The bill requires employers to post and distribute a notice explaining these protections, with potential fines of up to $250 for non-compliance. Employees who experience violations can file a civil lawsuit within three years of the incident, potentially receiving injunctive relief, reinstatement, damages, and attorney fees. The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity will administer and enforce the law, with the director responsible for creating implementation rules.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-5423