2023 House Joint Resolution G

Crimes: other; exception to prohibition on slavery; eliminate.

A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the state constitution of 1963, by amending section 9 of article I, to prohibit slavery or involuntary servitude for the punishment of crime.

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This resolution proposes an amendment to the 1963 state constitution of Michigan, specifically amending section 9 of article I, to prohibit slavery or involuntary servitude as a punishment for crime. The amendment aims to ensure that neither slavery nor involuntary servitude is ever tolerated in the state for any reason. It is agreed upon and will be submitted to the people of Michigan for approval at the next general election, as per the legal process.

Introduced in the House

Sept. 26, 2023

Introduced by Rep. Mark Tisdel (R-55)

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations