Michigan House Bill HB4806

Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session

• Introduced: 8/26/25
• Refer: 8/26/25

Caption

Children: child abuse or child neglect; reference to the state child abuse and neglect prevention board; update in the vehicle code. Amends sec. 811j of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.811j). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4807'25

Impact

The enactment of HB4806 would allow for donations collected from the sale of these specialty plates to be transferred to the state treasurer. The funds would then be credited to the Children's Trust Fund, which is established for the support and benefit of children within the state. This could lead to a notable increase in financial resources available for child abuse prevention programs, thus enhancing the state's capacity to address these critical issues.

Summary

House Bill 4806 proposes an amendment to the Michigan Vehicle Code, specifically targeting the establishment of fundraising and collector plates that recognize the Children's Trust, an initiative aimed at combating child abuse and neglect. The bill stipulates that the design of these plates must be determined by the Secretary of State, in consultation with the Michigan board responsible for child abuse and neglect prevention. This emphasizes the unique focus of the bill on both raising awareness and funds for child protection initiatives.

Contention

Although there are no explicit points of contention highlighted in the available documentation, the introduction of new fees or fundraising mechanisms can often evoke discussions around the efficacy of such measures. Critics might question whether this initiative can sufficiently address child abuse issues or if it merely serves as a symbolic effort. The requirement that HB4806 be tied to the enactment of another bill (HB4807) may also raise concerns regarding legislative dependencies and the broader implications for state funding and resource allocation.