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SB 50

Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; reference to section of the Michigan occupational safety and health act; amend to reflect repeal. Amends sec. 14b, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.14b). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0049'25

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rosemary Bayer and 6 co-sponsors

SB 50 removes outdated references to repealed MIOSHA law from Michigan criminal sentencing guidelines, with impact dependent on companion bill SB 49.

referred to Committee on Government Operations
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Bill Summary · SB 50

Legislative bill overview

SB 50 amends Michigan's sentencing guidelines statute to remove or update a reference to a section of the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Act (MIOSHA) that has been repealed. This is a technical correction bill tied to companion legislation (SB 49) that presumably contains the actual repeal of the referenced MIOSHA provision.

Why is this important

Outdated statutory references can create confusion in legal interpretation and may cause sentencing guidelines to reference non-existent law. Cleaning up these references ensures the criminal justice system's sentencing framework remains coherent and enforceable. This type of housekeeping legislation prevents potential litigation over ambiguous guidance.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of repeal unclear: Without seeing SB 49, it's difficult to assess whether the MIOSHA repeal itself is controversial or if only this conforming amendment is routine
  • Sentencing guideline impact: Any changes to sentencing guidelines references warrant scrutiny to ensure they don't inadvertently alter sentencing practices or severity
  • Tie-bar dependency: The bill's effectiveness depends entirely on SB 49's passage, creating legislative uncertainty during the process

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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