HB 5423 Michigan House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Labor: discrimination; employees who are victims of certain crimes; prohibit employers from discriminating against because of. Creates new act.

HB 5423 prohibits Michigan employers from taking adverse actions (like firing, refusing to hire, or harassing) against employees who are victims of violent crimes or involved in related legal proceedings. It directly protects employees and their family members who experience violent crimes, ensuring employers cannot retaliate for attending court, requesting workplace adjustments (such as schedule changes or safety modifications), or seeking help. Employers must post notices about these protections and provide them to all employees in their primary language. Employees can file lawsuits within three years to seek remedies like reinstatement, back pay, or damages if their rights are violated.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Dec 2025
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Introduced Dec 18, 2025 Last action Dec 23, 2025
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Dec 18, 2025
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referred to Committee on Judiciary
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Dec 18, 2025
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introduced by Representative Rep. Jimmie Wilson Jr.
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1 primary · 14 co-sponsors

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