This bill establishes supervision requirements for individuals holding temporary licenses as emergency medical technicians, emergency medical technician specialists, or paramedics in Michigan. Under the new rules, these temporary license holders must practice only under the direct supervision of a similarly licensed professional who holds a permanent license rather than a temporary one. The legislation applies to all temporary license holders in these health occupations and does not alter the licensing standards for permanent practitioners. The act takes effect immediately upon approval and is tied to the passage of a companion bill, HB 4613.
This bill designates February 1 of each year as "Blue Star Mothers Day" in Michigan to honor the organization Blue Star Mothers of America, Inc. The legislation recognizes the group's long-standing work supporting military families, including welcoming veterans home and caring for mothers of service members. By officially naming this date, the state acknowledges the contributions of the organization without changing any laws or requiring specific actions from individuals. The act takes effect 90 days after it is signed into law.
SB 690 amends the Michigan Code of Military Justice to update the legal framework governing the state's military forces. The bill modifies numerous existing sections and adds new provisions to address changes in military law and procedure. These updates directly affect the administration and discipline of the Michigan National Guard and other state military units. By revising specific articles within the code, the legislation ensures the state's military justice system remains current with broader legal standards.
This bill establishes a new licensing and registration system for businesses in Michigan that independently store or transport deceased human bodies. It requires separate two-year licenses for refrigeration facilities and certificates of registration for removal services, with applicants needing to disclose criminal history and demonstrate good moral character. The law mandates that these facilities and vehicles pass state inspections and must be managed by individuals holding a mortuary science license. Additionally, the bill restricts contracts for these services to specific authorized entities such as funeral homes, hospitals, and medical schools.
This bill directs the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to create specific rules and policies for providing complex rehabilitation technology, such as advanced wheelchairs and seating systems, to individuals with complex medical needs. The legislation establishes standards for suppliers, requires evaluations by qualified professionals, and mandates that payment rates be sufficient to cover the resources needed for these specialized devices. Additionally, it exempts these specific medical codes from bidding processes and requires managed care Medicaid plans to follow the new regulations. The bill will only become effective if it is passed together with a companion bill, SB 450.
This law allows credit union members to designate their accounts as inactive if they are not using them but wish to keep their membership status. Under this rule, the credit union cannot charge fees on these inactive accounts, and the member can remove the inactive status at any time. If an account remains inactive for three years, the credit union must turn the funds over to the state treasury and end the membership. The change applies to domestic credit unions and requires all members of a shared account to agree before designating it as inactive.
This bill updates Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to clarify how inland lake levels are defined and financed. It provides clearer definitions for terms like "inland lake" and "normal level," specifying that normal levels are target elevations chosen to benefit the public and protect property while excluding the Great Lakes. The legislation also expands the ability of local districts to raise money for lake level projects by allowing them to issue bonds and accept advances from various sources, including private companies and the federal government, to cover costs like engineering and land acquisition. These financial tools are intended to help communities manage water levels through special assessments on affected properties.
This bill requires the Michigan Strategic Fund to submit an annual report detailing its economic development activities to state officials and the public by April 10 each year. The report must include specific data such as lists of recipients, project types, financial amounts, job creation and retention statistics, salary information, and the status of loans and bankruptcies. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the fund's annual audit be made available online and specifies that bankruptcy notices for major recipients must be shared with specific legislative committees. These changes aim to increase transparency and accountability for the fund's use of taxpayer money in supporting businesses and investments across Michigan.
This bill requires the state department and the Michigan Strategic Fund to submit an annual report on the research and development tax credits by July 1 each year. The report must detail the overall effectiveness of these credits, the number of businesses filing claims, and specific names and amounts of credits for both standard claims and those involving university collaboration. This change directly affects the state's financial reporting process and provides legislators and the governor with data on how these tax incentives are being utilized by businesses.
This bill amends Michigan's income tax law to establish specific definitions for calculating research and development tax credits. It clarifies who qualifies as an "authorized business" for these credits, distinguishing between flow-through entities and general taxpayers based on their increase in qualifying research expenses. The legislation also defines key terms such as "base amount," which is calculated from the average of prior years' research spending, and "research university," which includes public institutions and independent nonprofits. By setting these clear definitions, the bill aims to streamline how businesses and universities claim tax incentives for conducting research within the state.
This bill, known as the Homeowners' Energy Policy Act, makes it illegal for homeowners' associations in Michigan to ban owners from installing, maintaining, or operating specific energy-saving upgrades like solar panels, heat pumps, and rain barrels. It also prevents local governments from forcing homeowners to get HOA approval for these improvements, though local rules can still impose other reasonable limits. To ensure compliance, the law requires every homeowners' association to adopt a written solar energy policy statement within one year of the bill taking effect.
This bill allocates state funding for the 2024-2025 school year to public K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and community colleges in Michigan. It establishes specific dollar amounts to be drawn from various state funds, including the state school aid fund and the general fund, to support school operations and programs. The legislation also sets a schedule for distributing these funds in monthly installments and outlines procedures for handling unspent money and potential payment adjustments.
