The bills also protect broadcasters who share alerts as issued by the Michigan State Police and establish a fund to support the state’s Amber Alert system. Alongside Rowan’s Act, Whitmer signed a broader package of bills aimed at protecting seniors and other vulnerable adults. “My prayer is that Rowan’s Act becomes more than a Michigan law — it becomes a model for the nation. Removing the youth work permit requirementStatus: Passed in the HouseHouse Bill 5727 is sponsored by state Rep. Mike Hoadley, R-Au Gres, alongside co-sponsors state Rep. Tim Kelly, R-Saginaw, state Rep. Tom Kunse, R-Clare and state Rep. Douglas Wozniak, R-Shelby Township. Gretchen Whitmer signed her eighth — and final — state budget for Fiscal Year 2027 on July 21.