Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session

Michigan House Bill HB5016

Introduced

9/18/25

Refer

9/18/25

Caption

Crimes: prostitution; offenses of and references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the Michigan penal code. Amends secs. 13, 159g, 167, 411j, 448, 449, 450, 451, 451a, 451c, 452, 453, 454, 455, 456, 457, 458, 459, 460 462 & 520m of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.13 et seq.) 7 repeals sec. 449a of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.449a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5017'25, HB 5018'25, HB 5019'25, HB 5015'25, HB 5014'25, HB 5028'25, HB 5020'25, HB 5021'25, HB 5027'25, HB 5022'25, HB 5023'25, HB 5024'25, HB 5025'25, HB 5026'25

Impact

The proposed amendments would significantly tighten regulations surrounding prostitution-related offenses. For instance, the bill enhances penalties for individuals who lure minors for sexual exploitation or who operate venues for such activities. It outlines harsher sentences for individuals found guilty of aiding or abetting prostitution, as well as for those profiting from the prostitution of others. By modifying existing statutes, the bill seeks to create a more robust framework for prosecuting such crimes, thereby enhancing protection for potential victims.

Summary

House Bill 5016 aims to amend the Michigan penal code to address various offenses related to prostitution and commercial sexual activity. The bill details specific acts that would be categorized as felonies, including the enticement of minors, maintenance of houses of prostitution, and transportation of individuals for the purpose of engaging in prostitution. The intent is to strengthen legal repercussions for offenders and prevent the crime of human trafficking in the context of sexual exploitation.

Contention

There may be potential points of contention surrounding the bill's implications for law enforcement actions and the treatment of individuals caught in prostitution-related offenses. Critics could argue that the bill does not adequately address the root causes of prostitution, such as socio-economic factors leading individuals into these situations. Moreover, discussions on the effectiveness of punitive measures versus rehabilitative or supportive approaches might arise, especially in relation to how individuals who are victims of trafficking are processed through the judicial system.

Latest MI HB5016 Activity

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Companion Bills

MI HB5026

Same As Crimes: prostitution; references to the Michigan penal code; modify in sex offenders registration act. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

MI HB5020

Same As Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitution; modify in the fourth class city act. Amends sec. 1, ch. XI of 1895 PA 215 (MCL 91.1). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

MI HB5015

Same As Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitution; modify in the youth rehabilitation services act. Amends sec. 7a of 1974 PA 150 (MCL 803.307a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

MI HB5021

Same As Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act. Amends sec. 7c of 1996 IL (MCL 432.207c). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

MI HB5024

Same As Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitution; modify in the child protection law. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

MI HB5025

Same As Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitution; modify in the human trafficking notification act. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

MI HB5017

Same As Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitution; modify in the DNA identification profiling system act. Amends sec. 6 of 1990 PA 250 (MCL 28.176). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

MI HB5018

Same As Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the probate code of 1939. Amends secs. 2, 13a & 18k, ch. XIIA of 1939 PA 288 (MCL 712A.2 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

MI HB5019

Same As Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitution; modify in the juvenile facilities act. Amends sec. 5a of 1988 PA 73 (MCL 803.225a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

MI HB5027

Same As Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitution; modify in the Michigan liquor control code of 1998. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

MI HB5022

Same As Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the revised judicature act of 1961. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

MI HB5028

Same As Crimes: prostitution; penalties for and references to prostitute and prostitution crimes in sentencing guidelines; amend. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

MI HB5014

Same As Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the public health code. Amends sec 5129 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.5129). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

MI HB5023

Same As Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitution; modify in 1973 PA 116. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5016'25

Previously Filed As

MI HB5841

Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the Michigan penal code. Amends heading of ch. LXVII & secs. 13, 159g, 167, 411j, 448, 449, 450, 451, 451a, 451c, 452, 454, 455, 456, 457, 458, 459, 460, 462 & 520m of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.13 et seq.) & repeals sec. 449a of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.449a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5842'24, HB 5843'24, HB 5844'24, HB 5845'24, HB 5846'24, HB 5847'24, HB 5848'24, HB 5849'24, HB 5850'24, HB 5851'24, HB 5852'24, HB 5853'24, HB 5854'24, HB 5864'24

MI HB4506

Natural resources: other; Upper Peninsula natural resources commission; create. Amends secs. 301, 40102 & 40103 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.301 et seq.).TIE BAR WITH: HB 4509'23, HB 4507'23, HB 4508'23

MI HB4508

Natural resources: other; Upper Peninsula natural resources commission; create. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding sec. 501b. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4506'23, HB 4509'23, HB 4507'23

MI HB4509

Natural resources: other; authority to make decisions regarding fish in the Upper Peninsula; grant to the Upper Peninsula natural resources commission. Amends secs. 48701, 48703 & 48703a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.48701 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4506'23, HB 4507'23, HB 4508'23

MI HB4528

Natural resources: mining; regulations for mining of sand and gravel operations; modify. Amends sec. 9115 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.9115) & adds pt. 639. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4526'23, HB 4527'23

MI HB5843

Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the probate code of 1939. Amends secs. 2, 13a & 18k, ch. XIIA of 1939 PA 288 (MCL 712A.2 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5841'24

MI HB4507

Natural resources: other; authority to make certain decisions regarding game in the Upper Peninsula; grant to the Upper Peninsula natural resources commission. Amends secs. 40110, 40110a, 40110b & 40113a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.40110 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4506'23, HB 4509'23, HB 4508'23

MI HB5846

Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in public health code. Amends sec. 5129 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.5129). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5841'24

MI HB4521

Crimes: assaultive; penalties for certain kinds of assault; modify. Amends sec. 82 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.82). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4520'23

MI HB5715

Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for certain crimes; update. Amends secs. 11b, 12e, 12f, 13m, 13n, 14a, 14h, 15d, 16d, 16f, 16g, 16i, 16j, 16k, 16l, 16m, 16p, 16q, 16r, 16s, 16t, 16w, 16x, 16y, 16bb, 17b & 17g, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.11b et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5704'24, HB 5709'24, HB 5711'24, HB 5707'24, HB 5712'24, HB 5708'24, HB 5705'24, HB 5706'24, HB 5714'24, HB 5713'24, HB 5710'24