The Michigan state House of Representatives passed HB 4474, making it a felony to 'intimidate' someone of a protected class with inclusions for gender identity and expression. The fine can rise up to $10,000.
"The state of Michigan is now explicitly allowing the gender delusion issue to be used as a ‘protected class.’ This opens up numerous issues when it comes to the courts and the continued weaponization of the system against conservatives," State Rep. Angela Rigas said of the bill.
She continued,"We saw similar concerns when they wanted to pass blocks on ‘conversion’ therapy. It seems Dems want to be in the business of telling people how to think."state House in a 59-50 vote. It now moves to the Michigan State Senate for consideration. who is expected to sign it. Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer delivers her State of the State address to a joint session of the House and Senate at the state Capitol in Lansing, MI.gave final approval to legislation banning"conversion therapy" for minors as Democrats in the state continue to advance a pro-LGBTQ+ agenda in their first months in power.
The legislation would prohibit mental health professionals from trying to convert youths who are LGBTQ+ to heterosexuality and traditional gender expectations.Timothy Nerozzi is a writer for Fox News Digital. You can follow him on Twitter @timothynerozzi and can email him at [email protected] Get the latest updates from the 2024 campaign trail, exclusive interviews and more Fox News politics content.
Malaysia Latest News, Malaysia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Solve annoying problems with these smart solutions — starting at $10These simple products will come in handy around the house to solve annoying problems.
Read more »
Same cart of groceries costs $10 more than six months agoThe price of eggs has come down to earth, but most everything else costs more than it did just six months ago, an itemized price check shows.
Read more »
Illinois man faces $10 million bond for allegedly attempting to kill ATF agents in 'violent attack'Waukegan resident Alvaro Grijalva is being held on a $10 million bond after allegedly attempting to murder ATF agents conducting a search at his house, authorities say.
Read more »
Michigan House passes bill making wrong pronouns a felony, fineable up to $10,000The Michigan state House of Representatives passed HB 4474, making it a felony to 'intimidate' someone by using the wrong gender pronouns. The fine can rise up to $10,000.
Read more »
Michigan officers save toddler after mother allegedly tried to drown, stab, poison her: videoPolice-worn bodycam footage shows Michigan deputies responding to a home where a mother allegedly attacked her children. Footage shows officers saving her 2-year-old's life.
Read more »