The bill amends the Michigan Penal Code by adding Section 409c, which establishes various felonies related to the illegal transportation and harboring of aliens. Specifically, it criminalizes actions such as knowingly bringing an alien to the U.S. outside of designated ports of entry, transporting or concealing an alien who is in the country unlawfully, and encouraging or inducing illegal entry. The penalties for these offenses vary, with serious violations potentially resulting in imprisonment for up to 20 years or life, depending on the circumstances, such as causing serious bodily injury or death.

Additionally, the bill outlines misdemeanor penalties for individuals who bring aliens into the U.S. without prior authorization, with increased penalties for those who do so with the intent of committing further offenses or for commercial gain. It also includes provisions for employers who knowingly hire multiple aliens without authorization, establishing felonies for hiring 10 or more individuals under certain conditions. The act is set to take effect 90 days after being enacted into law.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 750.1, 750.568