This bill establishes a statewide registry and database for short-term rentals in Michigan, requiring owners to register annually with the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. To qualify for a registration number, owners must provide contact details, proof of liability insurance, and certifications that they have met local zoning and permit requirements. The system will include a public map and dashboard to help local governments monitor listings and enforce rules, while also allowing the department to share data with law enforcement and the public.
This bill directs Michigan state agencies to align their policies with federal requirements for certified community behavioral health clinics, preventing any state rules from conflicting with federal standards. It also establishes a process to identify new clinic locations in specific areas to prevent overlapping service regions while maintaining cooperation with the federal government. The legislation includes a provision that allows the state legislature to vote on whether to stop participating in the federal program, with a mandatory 12-month waiting period before clinics can be shut down if such a vote occurs.
This bill requires retailers in Michigan to round down the final price of cash transactions to the nearest five cents, a rule that applies to most items sold in stores but excludes taxes. It also mandates that the total price of an item be clearly displayed at the place of sale, though this requirement does not apply to goods sold by weight, vending machines, prepared food, or certain small items like gum and greeting cards. The legislation updates existing definitions to clarify terms such as "consumer item" and "automatic checkout system" to ensure consistent application of these pricing and display standards.
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 bill proposes declaring June 2026 as Nuclear Family Month in Michigan to highlight the importance of households consisting of a married couple and their children. The resolution does not create any new laws or change existing policies but serves as a symbolic gesture to encourage communities and families to reflect on strengthening marital bonds and supporting parents. By designating this month, the bill aims to raise awareness about the perceived benefits of traditional family structures for child well-being and societal stability.
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.
HB 6035 is a budget bill that allocates state funds to various Michigan departments and agencies for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. It establishes the legal authority for these agencies to spend the money and sets specific conditions that must be met for the expenditures to occur. The legislation directly impacts state government operations by defining how much money is available for the upcoming year.
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 requires healthcare providers in Michigan to refer specific patients to a state-designated diagnostic center for fetal alcohol spectrum disorder. The rule applies to two groups: minors being treated for conditions linked to prenatal alcohol exposure and pregnant women whom providers know or suspect are drinking alcohol. Healthcare professionals who meet these criteria must direct patients to a center of excellence identified by the Department of Health and Human Services. The legislation amends the state's public health code to establish this mandatory referral process.
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 785 amends Michigan's school aid law to allocate $200 million from the state school aid fund and $1.6 million from the general fund for the 2025-2026 school year to support free breakfast and lunch programs. It requires participating public and nonpublic schools (serving pre-K through 12th grade) to provide meals at no cost to all students, maximize federal reimbursement through the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP), and implement policies to determine student eligibility. The bill covers the gap between federal meal reimbursement rates and actual costs, including additional funding for the Great Start Readiness Program. Schools must also offer dietary accommodations (like gluten-free meals) and prioritize Michigan-sourced food where practical.
SB 784 creates a statewide program providing free breakfast and lunch to all public school students in grades pre-K through 12, plus students up to age 26 enrolled in special education programs (including the Michigan School for the Deaf). Participating schools must join the federal National School Lunch Program, offer meals at no cost to all students, maximize federal reimbursement through the Community Eligibility Provision, and forgive any outstanding meal debt. The bill also requires schools to accommodate documented dietary needs due to disabilities and encourages policies to help families complete income forms for eligibility. This policy changes existing meal programs by making them universal for eligible students without requiring individual income verification.
