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House Moves Changes to Attorney General’s Office

Jan 23, 2026

by Liz Gullett

As MLC’s Communications and Social Media Manager, Liz Gullett keeps clients informed and up-to-date on the goings on in Lansing and the Capitol.

This week, the Michigan House of Representatives passed legislation altering the Attorney General’s authority.

Key Points:

    • House Bills 5314 – 5316 were introduced by Representatives Angela Rigas (R-Alto), Jay DeBoyer (R-Clay), and Cam Cavitt (R-Cheboygan).
    • It ends the practice of filing lawsuits and prosecutions in Ingham County when the alleged conduct occurred elsewhere and would require filing according to Michigan’s normal venue standards.
    • Furthermore, it places limits on when the Attorney General may intervene in cases. If signed into law, she or he could only intervene in civil or criminal proceedings in situations where such action is formally requested by the governor or either chamber of the Legislature, and only in cases filed within Michigan.

Next Steps:

    • The bills will be sent to the Senate for consideration.

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