Introduced
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To repeal the criminal penalties authorized by one of the two laws that authorize a governor to assume extraordinary powers during an emergency, including the statewide “lockdowns” and face mask mandates ordered under the 2020 coronavirus epidemic. This law (Public Act 390 of 1976) puts a 28 day deadline on a governor’s assumption of emergency powers, after which the legislature must approve any extensions. The bill would require legislative approval after 14 days, and would limit sanctions for violating an executive order promulgated under the law to $100 fines for individuals and $500 for businesses and other establishments, agencies and institutions.
Referred to the Committee on Government Operations
