Tobacco: other; reference to 1915 PA 31 in the age of majority act of 1971; revise. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 1971 PA 79 (MCL 722.52 & 722.53).
Impact
The implications of HB 6234 extend to various dimensions of state law, as it seeks to eliminate outdated legal statutes that distinguish between individuals aged 18 to 20 and those aged 21 or older. By superseding prior provisions, the legislation will fundamentally alter the legal landscape for young adults, particularly impacting areas such as family support, custody, and other legal responsibilities. As a result, individuals aged 18 and above will no longer face age-specific legal limitations that have previously existed, aligning their rights more closely with older adults.
Summary
House Bill 6234 seeks to amend the Age of Majority Act of 1971 in the state of Michigan by modifying the legal age at which individuals are considered adults. The bill stipulates that individuals who are 18 years of age or older are to be recognized as adults with full legal rights, responsibilities, and capabilities, equating them with those previously considered adults at 21 years of age prior to January 1, 1972. This shift aims to simplify the legal interpretation related to adulthood and streamline the responsibilities tied to age.
Contention
While proponents of HB 6234 argue that it serves to empower young adults by recognizing their ability to assume legal responsibilities at a younger age, there are concerns regarding the potential impacts on youth, particularly in relation to tobacco regulation and the historical context of statutory age distinctions. Opponents may view the amendment as removing necessary safeguards that older age limits provide, particularly in high-stakes legal situations such as custody and support cases. Another point of contention relates to the ongoing youth nicotine and tobacco act, which remains unaffected under this new amendment, leading to discussions about the effectiveness of current age-related regulations.
Tobacco: other; reference to 1915 PA 31 in the age of majority act of 1971; revise. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 1971 PA 79 (MCL 722.52 & 722.53). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0654'23
Tobacco: other; reference to 1915 PA 31 in the age of majority act of 1971; revise. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 1971 PA 79 (MCL 722.52 & 722.53). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0651'23
Tobacco: other; reference to 1915 PA 31 in the age of majority act of 1971; revise. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 1971 PA 79 (MCL 722.52 & 722.53). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0649'23
Tobacco: other; reference to 1915 PA 31 in the age of majority act of 1971; revise. Amends secs. 2 & 3 of 1971 PA 79 (MCL 722.52 & 722.53). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0463'25, SB 0464'25, SB 0465'25
Family law: parenting time; reference to section 7b of the child custody act of 1970 in the revised judicature act of 1961; modify. Amends sec. 1035 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.1035). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4217'25
Mental health: other; definition of restraint; expand. Amends secs. 700 & 740 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1700 & 330.1740) & repeals sec. 742 of 1974 PA 258 (MCL 330.1742).
Economic development: other; strategic advisory board; create, and provide for the development of strategic plans. Amends 1984 PA 270 (MCL 125.2001 - 125.2094) by adding secs. 9a & 9b. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0213'25
Law enforcement: other; certain functions of the Michigan commission on law enforcement standards; move regulation to the department of licensing and regulatory affairs. Amends sec. 3 of 1965 PA 203 (MCL 28.603).
Elections: other; election of members to the Michigan public service commission; provide for. Amends sec. 699 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.699) & adds ch. VIA. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0297'23
Criminal procedure: sex offender registration; registration of individual convicted of sexual contact or sexual penetration with dead human body; require. Amends sec. 2 of 1994 PA 295 (MCL 28.722). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0841'24
Economic development: other; strategic and operational advisory board; create and provide for the development of strategic and operational plans. Amends 1984 PA 270 (MCL 125.2001 - 125.2094) by adding secs. 9a & 9b. TIE BAR WITH: SB 1116'24