2025 House Bill 4332

Criminal procedure: sentencing guidelines; pathogen enhancement engineering or research; prohibit and provide for a reward in certain situations.

A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 2670.

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House Bills 4332 and 4333 prohibits pathogen enhancement research, imposes penalties for violations, and offers rewards for reporting, aligning with public health and safety objectives.

Introduced in the House

April 17, 2025

Introduced by Rep. Brad Paquette (R-37) and 9 co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Joseph Pavlov (R-64), Greg Markkanen (R-110), Angela Rigas (R-79), Tim Kelly (R-93), Josh Schriver (R-66), Brian BeGole (R-71), Pat Outman (R-91), Gina Johnsen (R-78) and William Bruck (R-30)

Referred to the Committee on Health Policy