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MI HB5474
MI HB5474Corrections: other; program to provide driver license and state identification cards to parolees; provide for. Amends sec. 34c of 1953 PA 232 (MCL 791.234c). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5477'26, HB 5475'26
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Introduced
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
In Committee
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
103rd Legislature
Bill Summary
A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled"Corrections code of 1953,"by amending section 34c (MCL 791.234c), as added by 2012 PA 24.
AI Summary
This bill modifies existing law to enhance programs that assist prisoners in obtaining essential identification documents, specifically driver's licenses and state personal identification cards, before their release. The Department of Corrections will now be required to actively help prisoners secure these documents, including collecting application materials and photographs at least 60 days before release and submitting them to the Secretary of State. This aims to facilitate smoother reentry into the community by ensuring individuals have the necessary identification for employment, housing, and other essential needs. The bill also establishes a "reentry success fund" to cover the costs associated with these activities, and clarifies that this applies to prisoners eligible for these identification documents after February 23, 2012.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (10)
Luke Meerman (R)*,
Brenda Carter (D),
Kimberly Edwards (D),
Sharon MacDonell (D),
Mike McFall (D),
Donavan McKinney (D),
Tonya Myers Phillips (D),
Cynthia Neeley (D),
Jimmie Wilson (D),
Stephanie Young (D),
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 01/27/2026 (on 01/28/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-HB-5474 |
| BillText | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2025-2026/billintroduced/House/htm/2026-HIB-5474.htm |
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