2017 Senate Bill 485 / Public Act 244

Exempt Junior Hockey from employment regulations

Introduced in the Senate

June 22, 2017

Introduced by Sen. Jim Stamas (R-36)

To establish that a “junior hockey player” between the ages of 16 and 21 playing in a regional, national, or international junior ice hockey league is not covered by a law that prescribes wage and hours regulations for youth employment.

Referred to the Committee on Commerce

Oct. 12, 2017

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Oct. 19, 2017

Passed in the Senate 36 to 1 (details)

Received in the House

Oct. 19, 2017

Referred to the Committee on Commerce and Trade

Nov. 28, 2017

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Dec. 13, 2017

Passed in the House 107 to 3 (details)

To establish that a “junior hockey player” between the ages of 16 and 21 playing in a regional, national, or international junior ice hockey league is not covered by a law that prescribes wage and hours regulations for youth employment.

Signed by Gov. Rick Snyder

Dec. 20, 2017