Bill to Ban Sex Offenders from Child-Focused Businesses Passes Michigan House - But 9 Democrats Say No

Republican-backed legislation aims to close what supporters call a gap in Michigan law

Apr 30, 2026

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LANSING, Mich. - The Michigan House has approved legislation that would expand restrictions on where registered sex offenders can work, drawing attention after nine Democrats did not support the measure.

House Bill 5425, sponsored by Matthew Bierlein, would prohibit individuals listed on the state’s sex offender registry from working at businesses that p…

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