Safe Delivery Act
P.A. 232 of 2000 P.A. 233 of 2000 P.A. 234 of 2000 P.A. 235 of 2000 |
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Current Status Governor Engler signed the four bills into law on June 26, 2000, making them Public Acts 232-235 of 2000. They took effect on January 1, 2001. Description Background These bills will give a parent immunity from child abandonment laws if they bring their baby to a safe place. S.B. 1052-53 & 1187 along with H.B. 5543 will define hospitals, police and fire stations as a “safe haven” to bring an infant to within 72 hours of birth; put procedures in place for making the child available for adoption; and publicize the overall program. RLM worked to see that provisions were added to the bills to make sure women leaving babies also are given information for contacting confidential help if they later need medical assistance or counseling. History The three Senate bills were passed unanimously the next day, May 31. The Senate Families, Mental Health and Human Services Committee approved H.B. 5543 on June 1. Completion of the entire package is expected by June 7. Governor Engler signed the four bills into law on June 26, 2000, making them Public Acts 232-235 of 2000. |
Safe Delivery Act Revision
P.A. 488 of 2006 S.B. 1292 – Sen. Shirley Johnson |
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Current Status S.B. 1292 was signed by Governor Granholm on 12/28/06 with immediate effect. Description Background History |