2018 House Bill 5797

MSU sex abuse scandal legislative response package

Introduced in the House

April 12, 2018

Introduced by Rep. Kristy Pagan (D-21)

To exempt from disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act the identity of individuals who are proceeding anonymously in a lawsuit alleging sexual misconduct, as allowed under Michigan law if a judge approves.

Referred to the Committee on Law and Justice

May 23, 2018

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

May 24, 2018

Amendment offered by Rep. Tim Greimel (D-29)

The amendment failed by voice vote

Passed in the House 106 to 3 (details)

Received in the Senate

May 29, 2018

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary

June 7, 2018

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.