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in committee · Michigan · House Dec 16, 2025

HB 5360: Animals: care and treatment; restitution for care and treatment of certain forfeited animals; impose penalties upon owner. Amends sec. 50 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.50).

HB 5360 amends Michigan's penal code to clarify standards for animal care and define neglect. It requires owners, breeders, and pet shops to provide adequate food, water, shelter, and veterinary care to prevent health harm, while specifically prohibiting tethering dogs with chains shorter than three times their length (except for safety during training or events). The bill also defines "abandonment" to exclude cases where owners make reasonable efforts to locate lost animals during travel. These changes directly affect anyone responsible for animals in Michigan, imposing penalties for violations like failing to meet care standards or causing unnecessary suffering.
Joe Aragona (R)
in committee · Michigan · House Dec 16, 2025

HB 5361: Crimes: animals; restitution for care and treatment of certain forfeited animals; impose penalty on ownership of animal to person convicted of certain crimes against animal. Amends sec. 50b of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.50b).

HB 5361 strengthens penalties for animal cruelty in Michigan by requiring courts to order convicted offenders to pay restitution for the care, housing, and veterinary treatment of seized companion animals (like pets or service animals). It clarifies that companion animals receive enhanced protections, with stricter penalties for intentional harm (e.g., killing or torturing a pet). The bill mandates restitution covering investigation, prosecution, and animal care costs - not previously required - and prohibits convicted individuals from owning animals during probation or permanently. It excludes lawful activities like hunting, farming, or veterinary care from these provisions.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeMandates restitution for animal cruelty offenders, strengthening sentencing accountability and victim (animal) protection within criminal justice framework.95% confidence
Joe Aragona (R)
in committee · Michigan · House Dec 16, 2025

HB 5355: Housing: other; Michigan fair chance access to housing act; create. Creates new act.

HB 5355, the "Michigan Fair Chance Access to Housing Act," prohibits landlords from requiring or considering an applicant's criminal record during initial rental screening. Landlords must issue a conditional offer after checking income, credit, or rental history, then may only consider specific serious offenses (like arson, human trafficking, or sex offenses requiring registration) or recent felonies within 3 years after a conditional offer is made. Landlords must disclose if they consider criminal records and allow applicants to submit evidence of rehabilitation or mitigating factors before denying housing. This bill directly affects landlords across Michigan and rental applicants with criminal records, aiming to reduce barriers to housing based solely on past convictions.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits landlords from considering criminal records in initial screening, aligning with criminal justice reform goals to reduce recidivism and promote fair housing access for formerly incarcerated individuals.95% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits criminal record discrimination in rentals, strengthening tenant rights and reducing barriers to housing access per bill's explicit screening restrictions.95% confidence
Stephanie Young (D) · 10 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · House Dec 16, 2025

HB 5357: Communications: internet; age-appropriate design code act; create. Creates new act.

HB 5357, the "Age-Appropriate Design Code Act," requires businesses meeting specific thresholds (e.g., $25 million+ annual revenue or handling data of 50,000+ consumers) to design online services, products, or features accessed by known minors (under 18) with privacy and safety as defaults. It prohibits "dark patterns" that manipulate user choices, bans collecting precise geolocation data without consent, and mandates age-appropriate settings for minors. The law applies to businesses operating in Michigan that process personal information of minors, creating civil penalties for violations. It establishes a fund to support enforcement and defines key terms like "known minor" and "business" to clarify compliance requirements.
Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires privacy/safety defaults for minors' online services, prohibits manipulative 'dark patterns', bans unauthorized geolocation tracking per consumer privacy protections.92% confidence
Carol Glanville (D) · 22 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · House Dec 16, 2025

HB 5362: Appropriations: supplemental; certain funding designated to the University of Michigan; modify. Creates appropriation act.

HB 5362 is a supplemental budget bill that allocates additional state funds to the University of Michigan for its operations during the 2024-2025 fiscal year. It modifies existing state appropriations by designating specific supplemental funding for the University of Michigan, without creating new programs or altering the university's structure. This bill directly affects the University of Michigan's budget, providing it with additional resources from the state's general fund for the upcoming fiscal year. The bill is procedural in nature, focusing solely on the allocation of existing state funds rather than establishing new policies.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates supplemental state funds to University of Michigan for operations, increasing public institution funding per appropriations focus.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates supplemental state funds to University of Michigan for operations, directly increasing higher education funding without restrictions.95% confidence
Jimmie Wilson (D) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · House Dec 16, 2025

HR 227: A resolution to urge the United States House of Representatives to investigate allegations concerning Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s authorization of military actions resulting in the deaths of civilians in international waters and, should the evidence support these allegations, to introduce and adopt articles of impeachment against Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth.

This resolution (HR 227) urges the U.S. House of Representatives to investigate allegations that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth authorized military actions in the Caribbean Sea that killed at least one unarmed civilian fisherman, with no public evidence the individual was a combatant. If evidence supports these allegations, it calls for the House to introduce and adopt articles of impeachment against Hegseth for potential violations of federal law, international humanitarian law, and the Constitution. The resolution references the War Powers Resolution, the War Crimes Act, and the Geneva Conventions to frame the alleged misconduct. It does not create new law but formally requests the House take specific action. (Procedural resolution; summary limited to 2 sentences as instructed.)
Noah Arbit (D) · 21 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · Senate Dec 16, 2025

SB 738: Housing: other; Michigan fair chance access to housing act; create. Creates new act.

SB 738, the "Michigan Fair Chance Access to Housing Act," prohibits landlords from asking about or denying rental applications based solely on an applicant's criminal record before issuing a conditional offer. It directly affects renters with criminal histories and requires landlords to provide written notice about criminal record screening before collecting application fees. Key provisions include banning pre-offer inquiries into criminal history (except for federal requirements), allowing landlords to consider only specific serious offenses (like arson, human trafficking, or recent sex offenses requiring registration) after a conditional offer, and mandating an individualized assessment with mitigating evidence for denials. Landlords must also disclose if criminal records are part of their screening process.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeProhibits pre-offer criminal record inquiries in housing, reducing barriers for renters with records and aligning with criminal justice reform goals of reducing recidivism and promoting rehabilitation.90% confidence ✓ HousingSupports HousingPrevents housing discrimination by banning pre-offer criminal record inquiries, protecting tenants with criminal histories per bill's explicit prohibitions.95% confidence
Mary Cavanagh (D) · 6 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · Senate Dec 16, 2025

SB 754: State agencies (existing): generally; plans to correct audit recommendations; require notification to the legislature if the executive branch fails to prepare. Amends secs. 462 & 487 of 1984 PA 431 (MCL 18.1462 & 18.1487).

SB 754 requires Michigan state agencies to submit written plans within 60 days after completing an audit to address audit recommendations. It also mandates that agency heads report serious problems (like fraud or major deficiencies) to department heads within 60 days, who must then submit correction plans to the state budget director. If agencies fail to submit these plans, the state budget director must notify relevant legislative committees, oversight bodies, and the auditor general. The bill directly affects all state agencies and their leadership by creating clear timelines and accountability mechanisms for addressing audit findings and serious operational issues.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires agencies to address audit findings, promoting fiscal accountability within budget oversight processes.85% confidence
Michael Webber (R)
passed both · Michigan · Senate Dec 16, 2025

SCR 10: A concurrent resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Donald Koivisto, former member of the Michigan Senate and Michigan House of Representatives.

This is a memorial resolution honoring Donald Koivisto, a former Michigan State Senator (1990-2002) and House Representative (1981-1986). The resolution expresses the legislature's tribute to his service, highlighting his dedication to the Upper Peninsula, farming community, and bipartisan collaboration. It was unanimously adopted by both chambers as a formal expression of respect for his legacy. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely commemorates his public service.
Winnie Brinks (D) · 36 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · House Dec 16, 2025

HB 4425: Corporate income tax: other; sustainable aviation fuel incentive program; create. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4424'25

House Bill 4425 creates the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Incentive Program in Michigan. This program aims to encourage companies to produce or blend sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) within the state by offering corporate income tax credits. The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) will administer the program, certifying SAF that meets specific criteria, including source materials, technical standards, and a minimum 50% reduction in life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions compared to traditional jet fuel. The bill sets an annual cap on the total amount of tax credits approved, starting at $4.5 million for the 2025-2026 fiscal year and increasing to $9 million annually thereafter.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates corporate income tax credits for sustainable aviation fuel production, directly advancing tax incentive policy under Budget & Taxes.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyCreates tax credits for sustainable aviation fuel production, promoting renewable energy development and 50% GHG reduction targets per program criteria.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCreates tax credits for SAF production requiring 50% GHG reduction, directly promoting cleaner aviation fuel and reducing emissions per EGLE environmental criteria.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates tax credits for sustainable aviation fuel production, promoting cleaner transportation infrastructure and reducing emissions in aviation sector.95% confidence
Jerry Neyer (R) · 17 co-sponsors
in committee · Michigan · House Dec 16, 2025

HB 4424: Corporate income tax: credits; credit for use of sustainable aviation fuel; provide for. Amends 1967 PA 287 (MCL 206.1 - 206.847) by adding sec. 678. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4425'25

House Bill 4424 proposes a new corporate income tax credit for businesses that produce or blend sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) within Michigan. Qualified taxpayers can claim a credit of $1.50 per gallon for SAF produced or blended in the state and sold for use in aircraft departing from Michigan airports. This credit can increase up to $2.00 per gallon based on the SAF's life-cycle greenhouse gas emission reductions. If the credit amount exceeds a company's tax liability, the difference will be refunded.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides corporate tax credit for SAF production, directly reducing tax liability for qualifying businesses under state tax code, advancing fiscal incentives for economic activity.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyProvides tax credit for sustainable aviation fuel production, promoting renewable energy use and reducing emissions per bill's tax incentive structure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentTax credit incentivizes SAF production with emission reduction bonuses, directly reducing aviation GHG emissions per bill's credit structure and subject classification.90% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill provides tax credits for sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production, directly promoting sustainable aviation - a transportation infrastructure component - aligning with 'promotes sustainable transportation' indicator.85% confidence
Jerry Neyer (R) · 17 co-sponsors
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