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StateMichiganIn Committee
SB 1137: Civil procedure: execution; procedures for collection of judgments; revise. Amends & adds (See bill).
Jeff Irwin
SB 1137 status: In Committee — referred to Committee on Government Operations (updated Sep 15, 2026).
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Risk:Moderate Risk
Impact:Moderate Impact 40/100
Constitutionality50%
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Public opinion50%
Bill summary
What changes
The bill proposes revisions to Michigan's civil procedure statutes regarding the execution and collection of court-ordered judgments, including potential updates to garnishment processes.
Who is affected
Creditors, debtors, and the Michigan judicial system are the primary parties affected by these procedural changes.
Requirements and enforcement
Specific statutory requirements or procedural changes are not stated in the available source.
Costs and funding
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When it takes effect
The bill was referred to the Committee on Government Operations in July 2026; no further implementation timeline is provided.
Potential benefits
Potential streamlining of judgment collection processes for creditors, though specific advantages are not stated in the available source.
Risks and tradeoffs
Potential impact on due process or equity in debt collection, though specific risks are not stated in the available source.
What is still unknown
The specific nature of the procedural revisions, the extent to which existing debtor protections will be preserved or modified, and the anticipated impact on civil litigation efficiency remain unknown.
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Implementation details regarding debtor protections versus creditor rights are unknown.
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