State management: funds; use of state funds for implementation of federal treaties not ratified; prohibit. Creates new act.
This Michigan bill prohibits state agencies and officials from using public money, staff, or facilities to carry out the terms of international treaties that have not been officially ratified by the U.S. Senate and President. It defines an unratified treaty as any international agreement lacking the required two-thirds Senate approval and presidential ratification. The law allows individuals or groups to sue in state court if they believe state resources are being used for such treaties, seeking court orders to stop the action, monetary damages of up to $10,000 per violation, and legal fees. Additionally, any state department or local government that issues rules requiring compliance with an unratified treaty must prove that those rules were created independently of the treaty's influence.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2024
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jun 26, 2024
Last action Jun 26, 2024
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Committee
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Jun 26, 2024
Committee
referred to Committee on Government Operations
lower
Jun 26, 2024
Introduced
introduced by Representative Brad Paquette
lower
1 primary · 6 co-sponsors
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