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HB 5163

Children: child abuse or child neglect; exceptions to the definition of child neglect; provide. Amends sec. 2 of 1975 PA 238 (MCL 722.622).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Timmy Beson and 14 co-sponsors

HB 5163 creates an exception to neglect for parents who refuse a recommended health treatment if seeking second opinions or following other professionals, unless imminent harm.

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