The bill amends the Michigan Penal Code by updating the definition of "racketeering" in section 159g. It expands the scope of offenses that can be classified as racketeering to include a variety of felonies and violations related to financial gain, such as welfare fraud, Medicaid fraud, and various forms of fraud and violence. Notably, the bill adds a specific provision concerning embezzlement from a vulnerable adult, thereby broadening the legal framework to address crimes that exploit vulnerable populations.

Additionally, the bill includes a comprehensive list of offenses that qualify as racketeering activities, which encompasses a wide range of criminal behaviors from drug-related crimes to human trafficking and identity theft. The amendments aim to strengthen the legal tools available to combat organized crime and enhance the enforcement of laws against these serious offenses. The changes will take effect 90 days after the bill is enacted into law.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 750.159
As Passed by the Senate: 750.159