This is a ceremonial resolution, not a policy bill. It declares January 13, 2025, as "Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, Day" in Michigan to commemorate the sorority's founding date (January 13, 1913) and recognize its service. The resolution highlights the sorority's history, its 28 Michigan chapters, and its community-focused programs. It has no policy impact - it is purely symbolic and affects no specific group through legislative action.
This is a procedural bill (SCR 1) that allows both legislative chambers to take longer breaks between sessions. It grants permission for either house to adjourn for up to 15 consecutive days during the 2025-2026 regular sessions, without needing separate approval each time. The bill does not change laws or affect any specific group; it simply streamlines the process for scheduling extended legislative breaks. It was adopted by both chambers on January 8, 2025, and finalized on January 15, 2025.
This resolution creates a 15-member Select Committee on Protecting Michigan Employees and Small Businesses, appointed by the House Speaker (9 Republicans, 6 Democrats). The committee's sole purpose is to study and recommend legislation regarding Michigan's minimum wage (including for service workers) and earned sick time policies. It does not change current laws but will review potential future bills on these topics. The resolution was introduced and adopted on January 9, 2025.
This is a procedural resolution (SR 1), not a policy bill. It formally notifies the Governor and House of Representatives that the Senate has a quorum present and is ready to begin session business. The resolution requires the Senate Secretary to make this official notification. It has no policy impact or effect on constituents, as it serves only to initiate the legislative session.
This resolution elects Scott E. Starr as Clerk of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Third Legislature. It directly establishes his appointment to this key administrative role within the House leadership for the upcoming legislative session. The bill is purely procedural, confirming a routine leadership position without altering any laws or policies.
This is a procedural resolution (not a policy bill) that sets specific start times for the House of Representatives' weekly sessions. It requires daily sessions to begin at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and at 12:00 p.m. on Thursdays, unless the House orders otherwise. The resolution was introduced and adopted on January 8, 2025, by Representatives Posthumus and Fitzgerald. It directly affects the House's internal scheduling but does not change laws, funding, or impact constituents.
This is a procedural resolution (HR 6) that directs the House Clerk to formally notify the Senate that the Michigan House of Representatives has convened and is prepared to begin its legislative session. It has no policy substance or impact on constituents - it simply follows standard parliamentary procedure to establish communication between the two legislative chambers. The resolution was introduced and adopted on January 8, 2025, as part of routine session setup. It affects no specific individuals or groups beyond the legislative process itself.
HR 1 is a procedural resolution that establishes the operational rules for the Michigan House of Representatives during the 2025-2026 legislative session. It prescribes standard procedures covering floor access (restricting lobbyists and setting guest policies), officer duties (including the Speaker's administrative responsibilities), meeting schedules, and quorum requirements. The resolution updates existing House rules to govern daily operations, such as attendance protocols, use of the House floor, and the Speaker's authority over administrative spending. As a procedural measure, it directly affects House Members, staff, and officials by defining how the chamber conducts its business.
This resolution (SR 2) sets the internal operating rules for the Senate, governing how it conducts its business. It specifies procedures for presiding officers (including the Lieutenant Governor and President pro tempore), committee appointments by party leaders, attendance tracking, and session recording. The resolution also establishes roles like Secretary of the Senate and Senate Parliamentarian, and outlines rules for broadcasting sessions and maintaining journals. As a procedural resolution, it affects only Senate operations, not external policy or citizens.
This resolution directs the House Clerk to formally notify the Governor that the Michigan House of Representatives has convened and is prepared to begin its legislative session. It serves as a routine procedural step at the start of each session, confirming the House is assembled as required by the state constitution. The bill does not create new laws or affect any specific groups or policies. It was introduced and adopted on January 8, 2025, as part of standard session opening protocol.
This is a procedural resolution (not a substantive bill) that formally elects Rachelle Smit as Speaker Pro Tempore of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Third Legislature. It directly affects the House leadership structure by designating her to this role. The resolution was introduced and adopted unanimously on January 8, 2025, with no opposing votes recorded. It does not change laws or policies but establishes a leadership position for the upcoming legislative session.
This bill sets the official end dates for the current legislative session by scheduling the final adjournment of the Senate on December 20, 2024, and the House of Representatives on December 19, 2024. It establishes that the entire legislature will formally conclude on December 31, 2024, without a specific date for reconvening. This procedural measure directly affects the state's lawmakers by defining when their current term of service ends.
