This House Concurrent Resolution formally requests the United States Congress to convene a constitutional convention under Article V of the Constitution. The proposal asks for specific amendments designed to limit federal spending, reduce federal jurisdiction, and cap the terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress. It does not enact new laws directly but serves as a procedural step to initiate a broader change to the nation's founding document. The resolution was introduced by Representative Luke Meerman and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.
This Michigan bill requires the state attorney general to submit quarterly reports to both houses of the legislature whenever litigation costs exceed $250,000, with more detailed reporting required for cases exceeding $1,000,000. The reports must include financial accounts, explanations of the legal cases, and justifications for the expenditures, ensuring lawmakers can track how state funds are being used in legal proceedings. If the attorney general fails to submit these reports, legislators can seek court orders to compel compliance, and the auditor general must investigate and report on any violations of the new requirements. The bill establishes clear thresholds for transparency and creates enforcement mechanisms to ensure accountability in state legal spending.
This bill allows the Michigan Department of Natural Resources to partner with nonprofit sportsmen's organizations to auction up to five Pure Michigan hunt licenses each year to the highest bidders. The licenses available include elk, bear, turkey, antlerless deer, and first-pick waterfowl hunting opportunities, with any individual able to place a bid. The sportsmen's organization would receive a 7.5% cut of the auction proceeds, while the remaining funds go to the state's game and fish protection account. The legislation defines eligible organizations as tax-exempt nonprofits focused on conservation and outdoor recreation, and gives the department authority to issue necessary orders for implementation.
SB 608 repeals 27 specific sections of Michigan's 2020 Industrial Hemp Growers Act (MCL 333.29101 et seq.), removing existing administrative provisions related to the state's industrial hemp program. This bill directly affects hemp program administrators and growers who would have been subject to the repealed sections, which covered licensing, testing, and operational requirements. The repeal takes effect on February 1, 2026, streamlining the regulatory framework by eliminating outdated or redundant administrative language. The bill does not create new rules or alter hemp cultivation policies.
SB 609 creates a dedicated "industrial hemp fund" within Michigan's state treasury to manage fees and funding for the state's industrial hemp program. It specifies that fees from hemp licensing (under Section 511) and other sources must be deposited into this fund, with money carrying over annually instead of lapsing. The bill requires the state Department to administer the fund and use it to operate the hemp program, but sets a clear end date: all remaining funds must transfer to the agriculture licensing fund by October 1, 2026. This bill modifies the financial administration of Michigan's hemp program without changing hemp cultivation rules or directly affecting growers.
HB 5115 updates Michigan's rules for cleaning up leaks from underground storage tanks (like those at gas stations). It modifies how funds in the corrective action fund are managed, affecting tank owners/operators and the state environmental agency responsible for oversight. Key changes include updating procedures for fund use and repealing an outdated section of the existing law. The bill focuses on streamlining administrative processes without introducing new requirements or financial obligations.
HB 4940 updates Michigan's rules for managing funds used to clean up leaks from underground storage tanks, primarily affecting gas station owners and other tank operators. The bill modifies specific sections of the 1994 environmental law to adjust how corrective action funds are administered, including reporting requirements and fund allocation procedures. It also repeals an outdated section (21510c) related to the fund. These changes aim to streamline the cleanup process without altering the core environmental protections for tank sites.
Senate Resolution 127 formally designates June 2026 as Gun Violence Awareness Month to honor victims and survivors of gun violence. The resolution highlights the pervasive impact of gun violence in the United States and references specific tragedies, including the deaths of Hadiya Pendleton and others. It encourages citizens to support community efforts to prevent gun violence and to participate in awareness activities, such as wearing orange. This legislative action serves as a commemorative measure rather than establishing new laws or policies.
This resolution officially designates June 2026 as Dairy Month in Michigan to recognize the state's significant dairy industry. The measure highlights the sector's economic contributions, including its role in food production, job creation, and public health through nutritious dairy products. By adopting this symbolic declaration, the legislature aims to celebrate the achievements of local dairy farmers and processors while promoting awareness of the nutritional benefits of dairy consumption.
This bill requires health professionals caring for infants diagnosed with fetal alcohol spectrum disorder to refer the child's parent or guardian to Early On Michigan, a program that supports families with young children with developmental disabilities. It defines fetal alcohol spectrum disorder as a range of conditions resulting from prenatal alcohol exposure, including fetal alcohol syndrome and related neurodevelopmental disorders. The legislation applies to health professionals managing infant care and directs them to connect families with Early On Michigan services upon diagnosis. The bill also authorizes the state department to create rules necessary to implement these referral requirements.
This bill amends Michigan's property recording laws to update and clarify the formatting requirements for legal documents submitted to county registers of deeds. It directly affects anyone executing or filing real estate instruments such as deeds, mortgages, and other property-related documents within the state. The key provisions specify detailed standards for document size, font size, ink color, paper weight, and the inclusion of printed names and addresses for signatories and notaries, while also requiring English translations for non-English documents. The bill maintains existing rules about obscuring social security numbers and clarifies procedures for recording affidavits with attached mortgage copies. These changes aim to standardize how property documents are prepared and processed by local recording offices.
SB 26 amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to clarify rules for public agencies managing municipal forestland sold under specific state land programs. It requires public agencies to use such land only for forestry or recreation, and if sold later, mandates a public hearing and specifies that 50% of sale proceeds must go to the state treasury (first $18 million to the general fund, excess to the fire protection fund). This directly affects public agencies like municipalities or school districts that own forestland previously acquired for recreational or forestry purposes. The bill updates procedural requirements for land sales and fund distribution without changing the core purpose of the land use.
