2026 House Bill 6092

Criminal procedure: DNA; postconviction DNA testing; modify.

A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 16 of chapter X (MCL 770.16), as amended by 2015 PA 229.

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Expands and clarifies Michigan's post-conviction DNA testing procedures, broadening eligibility, updating testing standards, and enhancing protections for defendants and victims.

Introduced in the House

June 16, 2026

Introduced by Rep. Kara Hope (D-74) and 16 co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Jason Hoskins (D-18), Natalie Price (D-6), Jennifer Conlin (D-48), Stephanie Young (D-16), Julie Brixie (D-73), Carrie Rheingans (D-47), Jimmie Wilson (D-32), Penelope Tsernoglou (D-75), Cynthia Neeley (D-70), Amos O’Neal (D-94), Jasper Martus (D-69), Kelly Breen (D-21), Donavan McKinney (D-11), Tonya Myers Phillips (D-7), Dylan Wegela (D-26) and Kristian Grant (D-82)

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary