Civil procedure: venue; venue of certain cases commenced by the attorney general; modify. Amends sec. 1631 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.1631).

Michigan House Bill 5316 proposes a change to the Revised Judicature Act of 1961 by modifying Section 1631, which pertains to the venue for certain legal actions initiated by the Attorney General. The bill specifies that the county where the state government is headquartered is an appropriate venue for these actions. This amendment aims to streamline the legal process by designating a consistent location for such cases. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/text/HB5316/id/3286799?utm_source=openai))

The bill has garnered support from Republican legislators, with 15 sponsors backing the proposed amendment. The House passed the bill with immediate effect on January 21, 2026, indicating a favorable reception among its members. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/bill/HB5316/2025?utm_source=openai))

While the bill passed in the House, it faced opposition from Democratic members, with 49 voting against it. The bill has been referred to the Senate Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety Committee, where it awaits further consideration. ([legiscan.com](https://legiscan.com/MI/bill/HB5316/2025?utm_source=openai))