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SB 313

Fire: other; requirements for certain child care organizations and procedures for certain investigations; modify and make other revisions to 1973 PA 116. Amends secs. 2, 3, 5n, 10 & 11c of 1973 PA 116 (MCL 722.112 et seq.).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Sarah Anthony

Michigan bill updates fire safety standards and investigation procedures for child care facilities, strengthening oversight of providers serving vulnerable young children.

referred to Committee on Families and Veterans
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Bill Summary · SB 313

Legislative bill overview

SB 313 modifies Michigan's child care licensing law (1973 PA 116) to establish new fire safety requirements for certain child care organizations and revises procedures for conducting investigations into child care facilities. The bill amends multiple sections of the existing statute to update standards and investigation protocols.

Why is this important

Child care facility safety directly affects thousands of Michigan families and young children in care settings. Updates to fire safety requirements and investigation procedures can either strengthen protections for vulnerable populations or create compliance burdens for providers, depending on implementation details.

Potential points of contention

  • Fire safety standards specificity: The bill's language doesn't yet clarify which fire safety requirements are new versus existing, making it unclear whether this imposes significant new compliance costs on facilities or codifies current practice
  • Investigation procedure changes: Modifications to investigation procedures could affect speed and thoroughness of child welfare inquiries, with stakeholders potentially divided on whether changes prioritize efficiency or protection
  • Scope ambiguity: The reference to "certain child care organizations" suggests selective application; how facilities are categorized and which ones are exempt could create equity concerns or competitive advantages

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

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