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Criminal Justice across the country

Every criminal justice bill from all 50 state legislatures and Congress, introduced in the last 12 weeks and automatically classified by Maddy, our AI policy reader.

Total bills
191
last 12 weeks
Active states
14
jurisdictions with bills
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United States
110 bills
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148 for 43 against
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Showing 141–150 of 191 bills

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in committee · New York · Assembly Jul 29, 2026

A 11631: Relates to establishing a purple alert program to assist in the location and safe recovery of missing vulnerable persons

Directs the division of state police to establish and administer a purple alert program to assist in the location and safe recovery of missing vulnerable persons.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes a program to locate and recover missing vulnerable persons, enhancing public safety and law enforcement capabilities.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Policing
in committee · Michigan · House Jul 14, 2026

HB 6192: Financial institutions: mortgage brokers and lenders; consolidation of certain licensing statutes related to residential mortgages; make conforming changes in the debt management act. Amends sec. 8a of 1975 PA 148 (MCL 451.418a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6177'26

HB 6192 amends Michigan's Debt Management Act to strengthen the state director's authority to investigate and punish mortgage brokers and lenders who engage in fraud. The bill allows the director to issue immediate suspensions or permanent prohibitions against individuals found guilty of fraud, dishonesty, or felony convictions involving financial misconduct. It establishes a formal process where accused individuals receive written notice, have the right to a hearing within 60 days, and can apply to have an order lifted after five years. Additionally, the law clarifies that violating a final prohibition order is a misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail or a fine of $5,000. This legislation is tied to another bill, HB 6177, and will only become effective if that companion bill is also passed.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens oversight and enforcement against financial fraud, protecting victims and enhancing accountability within the justice system.75% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill strengthens fraud enforcement for mortgage brokers, protecting consumers and promoting housing market integrity.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Corrections Mortgages
Steve Frisbie (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · House Jul 14, 2026

HB 6199: Financial institutions: mortgage brokers and lenders; consolidation of certain licensing statutes related to residential mortgages; make conforming changes in the Michigan penal code. Amends secs. 219e & 219f of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.219e & 750.219f). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6177'26

HB 6199 amends Michigan's penal code to strengthen laws against mortgage fraud by clarifying the criminal penalties for individuals who prepare or submit loan applications in someone else's name without their authorization. The bill explicitly prohibits receiving or forwarding such fraudulent applications or related financial instruments when the person knows or should know they are illegal. While the penalties for non-exempt individuals remain severe, including up to four years in prison or a fine of up to $2,500, the legislation provides specific exemptions for licensed financial institutions and their employees who handle these documents in good faith, such as when submitting them to law enforcement or credit bureaus. This update aims to align the state's fraud statutes with current mortgage industry practices and regulatory frameworks.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens laws against mortgage fraud by clarifying criminal penalties and prohibiting fraudulent activities, directly advancing criminal justice enforcement.90% confidence
Sub-Topics Corrections Law Enforcement
Parker Fairbairn (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Michigan · House Jul 14, 2026

HB 6157: Civil rights: public records; regulation of disclosure of certain information; provide for. Creates new act.

This bill, known as the Shielding Information for Lawful and Ethical Disclosure Act, prevents Michigan government agencies from sharing large amounts of personal data with federal immigration officials without specific authorization. It defines "bulk disclosure" as transferring data on multiple people without reviewing each case individually and allows such sharing only if a court order exists, the transfer serves a specific law enforcement purpose, or it is immediately necessary to protect health and safety. The law applies to all state, county, and municipal departments and officers, while giving the state attorney general the power to seek court orders to stop illegal data sharing.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill protects civil rights by limiting bulk data sharing with immigration officials, enhancing privacy and oversight.90% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts bulk data sharing with federal immigration, protecting immigrant privacy and limiting state cooperation with federal enforcement.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill protects data privacy by restricting bulk disclosure of personal information to federal immigration officials without court orders.90% confidence
Sub-Topics Civil Rights Courts Law Enforcement Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies Data Privacy Tags Government Transparency
Reggie Miller (D) · 7 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · House Jul 14, 2026

HB 6158: State management: other; access to certain facilities by federal immigration authorities; regulate. Creates new act.

This bill, titled the Safe Access to Facilities Act, prohibits Michigan state and local government agencies from allowing federal immigration officers into nonpublic areas unless a court issues a judicial warrant. The law specifically targets the conduct of government employees, requiring them to refuse entry to private spaces without a warrant based on probable cause. However, the legislation includes exceptions that allow access without a warrant during criminal investigations, when there is an immediate threat to public safety, or when emergency medical care is needed.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill restricts federal immigration access to state facilities without a warrant, enhancing police accountability and protecting civil rights within the criminal justice system.85% confidence ✓ ImmigrationSupports ImmigrationBill restricts federal immigration access to nonpublic areas without a warrant, limiting state cooperation with federal enforcement.95% confidence
Sub-Topics Courts Driver Licenses & IDs Enforcement Sanctuary Policies
Reggie Miller (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · House Jul 14, 2026

HB 6211: Corrections: jails; certain federal employees certified or recertified as local corrections officers; prohibit. Amends sec. 13 of 2003 PA 125 (MCL 791.543).

This bill prohibits the certification or recertification of certain individuals as local corrections officers in Michigan if they have worked for specific federal immigration agencies between September 1, 2025, and January 20, 2029. The law directly affects people seeking to become local corrections officers on or after January 1, 2005, by adding a new requirement that they must not have been employed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, or U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services during that three-year window. While the bill maintains existing requirements for U.S. citizenship, age, and high school education, it introduces this specific employment restriction to prevent federal immigration workers from transitioning into local correction roles.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeBill restricts the hiring of local corrections officers by banning those with specific federal immigration work experience, limiting the pool of eligible employees.85% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationBill prohibits hiring former federal immigration officers, restricting their access to state corrections roles and limiting immigrant protections.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Border Security Citizenship & Naturalization Enforcement
Laurie Pohutsky (D) · 8 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · Senate Jul 2, 2026

SB 1090: Courts: funding; trial court funding; provide for. Amends sec. 13, ch. II, secs. 1k & 5, ch. IX & secs. 1, 3, 3c & 3e, ch. XI of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 762.13 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 1089'26

This bill updates Michigan's criminal procedure code to clarify how courts assess and collect financial costs from defendants. It requires judges to determine if a defendant is financially unable to pay before ordering fines or court fees. If a defendant is not indigent, the court can impose specific minimum state costs and additional expenses related to the trial, such as personnel salaries and facility maintenance, but must waive these charges for those who qualify as indigent. The legislation also establishes a fee structure for probation supervision, charging $30 per month without electronic monitoring or $60 per month with it, while allowing courts to waive these fees for indigent individuals.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill strengthens court funding by mandating cost assessments and ensuring fees are collected from non-indigent defendants, protecting state revenue.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens criminal justice by ensuring fair financial assessments, protecting indigent defendants from excessive costs, and clarifying court funding procedures.90% confidence
Sub-Topics Courts Probation & Parole
John Damoose (R) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · Senate Jul 2, 2026

SB 1089: Courts: funding; trial court funding; provide for. Amends secs. 880d, 8727 & 8827 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.880d et seq.); adds secs. 1495, 1496 & 1497 & repeals secs. 8729 & 8829 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.8729 & 600.8829). TIE BAR WITH: SB 1090'26

This bill establishes a standardized process for courts to determine whether individuals can afford court-related fees and fines. It requires judges to conduct a three-part financial assessment before imposing costs, which includes checking if a person receives public assistance, has income below a specific low-income threshold, or faces unique financial hardships. Under the new rules, people currently incarcerated are automatically considered indigent, and those found to be unable to pay will not be ordered to cover court costs or fees. Additionally, the legislation allows individuals to request a review of their financial status after sentencing if their circumstances have changed, potentially leading to the waiver of previously imposed charges.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes funding mechanisms and financial assessments for court fees, ensuring access to justice and protecting essential judicial services from being restricted by cost barriers.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill establishes a financial assessment process to ensure indigent defendants are not burdened by fees, protecting civil rights and reducing barriers to justice.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Courts Sentencing
Stephanie Chang (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · Senate Jul 2, 2026

SB 1091: Courts: funding; trial court funding; provide for. Amends sec. 907 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.907) & repeals sec. 908 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.908). TIE BAR WITH: SB 1089'26

This bill amends the Michigan Vehicle Code to clarify how civil traffic infractions are handled in court, specifically preventing them from being treated as lesser included offenses of criminal charges. It establishes specific fine ranges for various violations, such as speeding and equipment failures, while also setting a maximum cost limit of $100 for court expenses. The legislation allows judges to order treatment or education programs for offenders and requires courts to publish schedules of fines that must account for indigent defendants. Additionally, it mandates that courts waive fines and costs if a driver repairs defective safety equipment before their court date.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill establishes specific fine ranges and sets a maximum court expense limit, clarifying funding mechanisms for civil traffic infractions.85% confidence ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill clarifies civil traffic handling to prevent unjust criminalization and establishes fair fine ranges, protecting civil rights and reducing unnecessary criminal justice involvement.75% confidence
Sub-Topics Courts
Mary Cavanagh (D) · 3 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · House Jul 14, 2026

HB 6173: Animals: animal shelters; cross-references to 1969 PA 287 in Michigan penal code; update. Amends sec. 49 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.49). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6167'26

HB 6173 updates the Michigan penal code to clarify definitions and strengthen penalties related to animal fighting and baiting. The bill explicitly defines "animal control agencies" as shelters licensed under the Animal Protection Act and expands prohibitions to include renting or obtaining venues for these illegal activities. It also mandates that animal control agencies sterilize or secure a deposit for sterilization before adopting animals with fighting histories. Additionally, the legislation imposes stricter sentencing guidelines for owners whose trained fighting animals attack people and establishes specific misdemeanor charges for failing to restrain such animals on their property.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill strengthens penalties for animal fighting and expands prohibitions, enhancing law enforcement capabilities and protecting public safety.85% confidence
Sub-Topics Sentencing
Mike McFall (D) · 6 co-sponsors
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