2023 House Bill 5317

Law enforcement: other; secular organizations to be included in certain meetings where certain individuals could be apprehended for interruptions; provide for.

A bill to amend 1846 RS 158, entitled “Of offences against chastity, morality and decency,” by amending section 27 (MCL 752.527), as amended by 1991 PA 145.

AI Analysis – Experimental

Outlines that if an individual disrupts a meeting of a religious or secular organization, certain officials present (sheriff, marshal, constable, or peace officer) are obligated to apprehend the offender and bring them before the appropriate court. The bill also defines "secular organization" as one that holds a similar place in its members' lives as a church or religious authority does.

Introduced in the House

Nov. 9, 2023

Introduced by Reps. Noah Arbit (D-20) and Samantha Steckloff (D-19)

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary

Jan. 17, 2024

Reported without amendment

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations