their past mistakes holding them back.
As lawmakers, we have the responsibility to shape a just and equitable society. Supporting this bill is an
opportunity for us to affirm the commitment to fairness and rehabilitation. It is our duty as Christians, Jews,
and Muslims to ensure that our system is not one of perpetual punishment but hope, possibility, and progress.
I urge each and every one of you to join me in supporting this crucial legislation. Let us be champions of the
second chance and architects of a more compassionate society for those who have earned it.
The following bill was read a third time:
Senate Bill No. 257, entitled
A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled “Revised judicature act of 1961,” by amending section 5851b
(MCL 600.5851b), as added by 2018 PA 183.
The question being on the passage of the bill,
The bill was passed, a majority of the members serving voting therefor, as follows: