2024 Senate Bill 693

Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for certain violations of the camp licensing act; provide for.

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 15g of chapter XVII (MCL 777.15g), as amended by 2024 PA 26.

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Senate Bill 693 amends Section 15g of Chapter XVII of the 1927 PA 175, known as "The Code of Criminal Procedure." This bill specifically addresses sentencing guidelines for certain felonies that impact public safety, public order, and offenses against persons. Key provisions include establishing sentencing guidelines for failures to report criminal charges by licensed child care organizations and their employees, foster family homes, and foster family group homes. Additionally, it outlines penalties for the false reporting of child abuse or neglect and for providing harmful material to a minor. The bill is tied to the enactment of Senate Bill 692 and is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, contingent upon Senate Bill 692 becoming law.

Introduced in the Senate

Jan. 18, 2024

Introduced by Sen. Veronica Klinefelt (D-11) and five co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Sens. Dayna Polehanki (D-5), Erika Geiss (D-1), Sam Singh (D-28), Sue Shink (D-14) and Mary Cavanagh (D-6)

Referred to the Committee on Oversight

Feb. 7, 2024

Reported without amendment

Feb. 13, 2024

Referred to the Committee of the Whole

May 15, 2024

Reported with substitute S-2

Substitute S-2 concurred in by voice vote

June 5, 2024

Passed in the Senate 20 to 18 (details)

Received in the House

June 5, 2024

Referred to the Committee on Families, Children and Seniors