Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session

Michigan House Bill HB5021

Introduced
9/18/25  

Caption

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

Impact

The bill’s requirements for local labor organizations significantly impact how these groups operate within the casino sector. By demanding detailed personal and professional information from representatives, the legislation seeks to prevent individuals with questionable backgrounds from being involved in labor negotiations or operations that affect casino employees. This change could result in stricter oversight of casino labor representatives, aiming to guarantee that they are fully compliant with state laws and operating in the best interests of their members.

Summary

House Bill 5021 is designed to amend the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act to impose stricter registration requirements on local labor organizations that represent casino gaming employees. Specifically, it mandates that these organizations must register biennially with the overseeing board and provide extensive information about their members, including personal details, employment history, and criminal background checks. This requirement aims to enhance transparency regarding the representation of casino employees, ensuring that the persons negotiating on their behalf are of good moral character and qualified to represent the interests of workers effectively.

Conclusion

Overall, HB 5021 aims to enhance regulatory compliance and ethical standards for labor organizations within Michigan's gaming industry. However, its reception indicates a division in perspectives regarding the balance between regulatory oversight and the rights of employees, particularly in ensuring they have fair representation without being subjected to undue scrutiny or barriers to participation in labor organizations.

Contention

While proponents argue that HB 5021 is necessary for protecting the integrity of labor representation in the gaming industry, critics raise concerns about potential overreach and implications for workers' rights. The increased burden of registration and information disclosure may deter qualified individuals from taking on representative roles due to privacy concerns or fear of retribution based on their past. Furthermore, the requirement that representatives disclose their criminal history can be seen as disproportionately punitive, especially if individuals have changed and are seeking to contribute positively to the community.

Companion Bills

MI HB5016

Same As Crimes: prostitution; offenses of and references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the Michigan penal code. 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

Previously Filed As

MI HB5848

Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitution; modify in the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act. Amends sec. 7c of 1996 IL 1 (MCL 432.207c). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5841'24

MI HB5854

Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the Michigan liquor control code of 1998. Amends sec. 906 of 1998 PA 58 (MCL 436.1906). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5841'24

MI HB5853

Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in sex offender registration act. Amends sec. 2 of 1994 PA 295 (MCL 28.722). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5841'24

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 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 HB5851

Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the child protection law. Amends sec. 2 of 1975 PA 238 (MCL 722.622). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5841'24

MI HB5847

Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the fourth class city act. Amends sec. 1, ch. XI of 1895 PA 215 (MCL 91.1). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5841'24

MI HB5844

Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the juvenile facilities act. Amends sec. 5a of 1988 PA 73 (MCL 803.225a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5841'24

MI HB5842

Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the DNA identification profiling system act. Amends sec. 6 of 1990 PA 250 (MCL 28.176).

MI HB5850

Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitute and prostitution; modify in the child care organizations act. Amends sec. 5r of 1973 PA 116 (MCL 722.115r). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5841'24

Similar Bills

MI HB5848

Crimes: prostitution; references to prostitution; modify in the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act. Amends sec. 7c of 1996 IL 1 (MCL 432.207c). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5841'24

MN HF3174

Chief judge of the Office of Administrative Hearings allowed to set aside certain permanent disqualifications.

MN SF3238

Office of Administrative Hearings chief judge setting aside certain permanent disqualifications authorization provision

MN HF1172

Health and human services background study consideration of juvenile court records modified, disqualification periods modified, set aside allowed for disqualification based on conduct or convictions in individual's juvenile record, electronic background check reconsideration request process created, and money appropriated.

MI SB0962

Employment security: benefits; hardship application waiver; modify. Amends secs. 28, 28d, 29a, 32a, 33 & 62 of 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1 (MCL 421.28 et seq.).

MI HB4516

Employment security: claimants; disqualification from benefits; modify. Amends sec. 29 of 1939 (Ex Sess) PA 1 (MCL 421.29).

MI HB5005

Employment security: claimants; employee who involuntarily leaves employment; strike provision regarding absences without notice. Amends sec. 29 of 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1 (MCL 421.29).

MI HB5004

Employment security: claimants; employee involuntarily leaving employment for a medical reason; strike required conditions. Amends sec. 29 of 1936 (Ex Sess) PA 1 (MCL 421.29).