SB0735Introduced in the Senate
Children: child abuse or child neglect; definition of child neglect; modify. Amends sec. 2 of 1975 PA 238 (MCL 722.622).
Introduced by Jeff Irwin, District 15
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Children: child abuse or child neglect; definition of child neglect; modify. Amends sec. 2 of 1975 PA 238 (MCL 722.622).
Where it stands
Referred To Committee Of The Whole With Substitute (s-1)
March 25, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Reported Favorably With Substitute S-1 3/24/2026 · March 25, 2026
9
Yes
0
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
9 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Erika Geiss | 1 | Yes |
| Sylvia Santana | 2 | Yes |
| Stephanie Chang | 3 | Yes |
| Mary Cavanagh | 6 | Yes |
| Sue Shink | 14 | Yes |
| Jeff Irwin | 15 | Yes |
| Jonathan Lindsey | 17 | Yes |
| John Cherry | 27 | Yes |
| Michele Hoitenga | 36 | Yes |
Bill history
Introduced By Senator Jeff Irwin
Referred To Committee On Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety
Discharge Committee Approved
Placed On Order Of General Orders
Reassigned To Committee On Housing And Human Services
Reported Favorably With Substitute (s-1) 3/24/2026
Referred To Committee Of The Whole With Substitute (s-1)
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