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Dossier Legislative passed chamber 15-sep-2026
Passed the Michigan House or Senate, but not yet both — still not law.

Civil procedure: bankruptcy; bankruptcy exemptions; modify. Amends sec. 5451 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.5451).

Key claim: A Michigan Senate bill would change which property residents can protect from creditors when they file for bankruptcy.

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(SB1138 · 103rd Legislature) Civil procedure: bankruptcy; bankruptcy exemptions; modify. Amends sec. 5451 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.5451). Sponsor: Sen. Mary Cavanagh (D) + 6 co-sponsors Latest action (2026-09-15): Received On 09/10/2026

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A Michigan Senate bill would change which property residents can protect from creditors when they file for bankruptcy.

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Civil procedure: bankruptcy; bankruptcy exemptions; modify. Amends sec. 5451 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.5451).
Stage: passed chamber · legiscan · 15-sep-2026

A Michigan Senate bill would change which property residents can protect from creditors when they file for bankruptcy.

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