2001 House Bill 5206

Introduced in the House

Oct. 16, 2001

Introduced by Rep. Gretchen Whitmer (D-70)

To require individuals arrested for failure to pay child support to pay a cash bond of 25 percent of the amount of the arrearage, or $500, whichever is greater, rather than a surety bond, and extend from 48 hours to 72 hours the time the defendant may be held before a show-cause hearing.

Referred to the Committee on Families and Childrens Services

Dec. 13, 2001

Amendment offered by Rep. Michael Murphy (D-69)

To authorize a court to order a person arrested for failure to pay child support to attend a fatherhood, motherhood, or parental responsibility class.

The amendment passed by voice vote

Amendment offered by Rep. Doug Hart (R-73)

To clarify the definition of "cash" in the bill.

The amendment passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 94 to 0 (details)

Received in the Senate

Dec. 13, 2001

To require individuals arrested for failure to pay child support to pay a cash bond of 25 percent of the amount of the arrearage, or $500, whichever is greater, rather than a surety bond, and extend from 48 hours to 72 hours the time the defendant may be held before a show-cause hearing.