S.B. 494: COMMITTEE SUMMARY - MINORS IN SHOPPING MALLS

Senate Bill 494 (as introduced 5-7-97)

Sponsor: Senator Michael J. Bouchard

Committee: Local, Urban and State Affairs

Date Completed: 5-20-97

CONTENT

The bill would amend the Elliot-Larsen Civil Rights Act to allow local governments to enact and enforce laws prohibiting a minor under 16 years of age from being present in shopping centers or malls during certain hours of operation unless that minor was accompanied by an adult.

Currently, the Act prohibits the denial to an individual of the full and equal enjoyment of a public accomodation or public service because of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, or marital status.

MCL 37.2302 - Legislative Analyst: N. Nagata

FISCAL IMPACT

The bill would have no fiscal impact on State or local government.

- Fiscal Analyst: R. Ross

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This analysis was prepared by nonpartisan Senate staff for use by the Senate in its deliberations and does not constitute an official statement of legislative intent.