Michigan § 38.1013a - “Survivor,”“eligible child,” and “surviving spouse” defined.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 38.1013a — “Survivor,”“eligible child,” and “surviving spouse” defined., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 38.1013a. “Survivor,”“eligible child,” and “surviving spouse” defined.
"Survivor" means the eligible surviving spouse or eligible child or children of a member, deferred vested member, or retirant.
"Eligible child" means an unmarried child of a member, deferred vested member, or retirant who is:
Under 18 years of age.
Over 18 years of age with a mental or physical disability that precludes engaging in any gainful occupation.
Over 18 years of age and regularly attending high school or an accredited institution of higher learning until becoming 25 years of age or no longer regularly attending school, whichever first occurs.
"Surviving spouse" means the person to whom a member, deferred vested member, or retirant is legally married at the time of his or her death.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Michigan § 38.1013a
What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 38.1013a cover?
Section 38.1013a ("“Survivor,”“eligible child,” and “surviving spouse” defined.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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