Michigan 2015-2016 Regular Session Status: Introduced

HB 4471 — Retirement: county employees; employment of retirant in a county sheriff's office; allow without forfeiting retirement allowance. Amends sec. 12a of 1851 PA 156 (MCL 46.12a).

Last action — 7/3/2026 - bill ordered enrolled

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  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced July 03, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

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Odds of enactment

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In plain language

The bill allows retired county employees to work in sheriff's offices without losing their retirement benefits.

This legislation permits retired county employees to be employed at county sheriff's offices while still receiving their retirement allowances. It modifies existing laws to make this possible.

What this means for you
  • Workers: Retired county employees can work in sheriff's offices without sacrificing their retirement benefits.

Summary

Retirement: county employees; employment of retirant in a county sheriff's office; allow without forfeiting retirement allowance. Amends sec. 12a of 1851 PA 156 (MCL 46.12a).

Bill Text

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Action History

  1. 7/3/2026 - bill ordered enrolled

Sponsorship breakdown

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0 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 147 not signed on

Sponsors (0)

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (147)

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Frequently asked questions

What does HB 4471 do?
Retirement: county employees; employment of retirant in a county sheriff's office; allow without forfeiting retirement allowance. Amends sec. 12a of 1851 PA 156 (MCL 46.12a).
What is the current status of HB 4471?
This bill has been introduced in the House. Introduced July 03, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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