State agencies (proposed): boards and commissions; commission on Middle Eastern American affairs; establish. Creates new act.
This bill establishes the Commission on Middle Eastern American Affairs in Michigan to advise state leaders on issues affecting individuals with ancestral ties to the Middle East. The commission will consist of 15 members appointed by the governor for three-year terms, who will meet regularly to develop policies and recommendations. Its duties include acting as a reporting agency for harassment incidents, promoting cultural awareness, ensuring equal access to state services, and coordinating with other government bodies to address the unique needs of these communities.
Bill status
passed both
4 of 5 stages cleared
Introduction
Sep 2024
Committee Review
Dec 2024
House Passage
Dec 2024
Senate Passage
Dec 2024
Governor
Introduced Sep 17, 2024
Last action Dec 18, 2024
Floor votes · House Dec 13, 2024
How they voted
This bill passed the Senate by voice vote (no roll call recorded).
Full legislative history
Actions timeline
Total actions
15
Key actions
4
Committee
4
Dec 18, 2024
Committee
REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
upper
Dec 18, 2024
Upper · Passed
PASSED BY HOUSE WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
upper
Dec 13, 2024
Lower · Passed
passed; given immediate effect Roll Call # 514 Yeas 56 Nays 0 Excused 0 Not Voting 54
lower
Dec 13, 2024
Lower · Passed
substitute (H-1) adopted
lower
Dec 11, 2024
Committee
referred to second reading
lower
Dec 11, 2024
Lower · Passed
reported with recommendation with substitute (H-1)
lower
Sep 17, 2024
Committee
referred to Committee on Government Operations
lower
Sep 17, 2024
Introduced
introduced by Representative Alabas Farhat
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Alabas Farhat
DDemocratic
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