Civil procedure: garnishment; certain benefits and tax credits; exempt from garnishment, and provide state limit on wages that are subject to garnishment. Amends sec. 4031 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.4031) & adds secs. 4001a, 4032 & 4033.

Summary

The bill revises the state's garnishment statutes by adding new sections and amending existing ones. It creates exemptions for specific public assistance benefits and tax credits and establishes a statewide cap on the portion of wages that can be garnished. The changes aim to shield vulnerable earners from excessive wage seizure while still allowing creditors to collect valid debts.

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