HB 5562 amends Michigan's Consumer Financial Services Act to add the "Earned Wage Access Services Act" to the list of financial licensing acts requiring state regulation. This change directly affects companies offering earned wage access services (like apps allowing workers to access earned wages early), requiring them to obtain licenses under the same framework as other financial service providers. The bill modifies Section 2 of the act by explicitly including earned wage access services in the definition of "Financial licensing acts," aligning them with existing regulatory requirements. This is a definitional update without creating new rules or fees, ensuring these services fall under the state's financial licensing oversight.
HB 5564 amends Michigan's garnishment law to clarify rules for withholding wages or salary (referred to as "periodic payments"). It requires plaintiffs to send regular payment statements to defendants and garnishees (like employers), sets strict deadlines for default judgments, and establishes a 28-day cure period for employers who miss garnishment requirements. The bill specifically excludes earned wage access services (like paycheck advance apps) from these garnishment rules, as noted in section 13(d). This update aims to streamline the process for all parties involved in wage garnishments while ensuring transparency and reducing errors.
HB 4733 amends Michigan's fishing regulations to clarify possession limits for processed fish. It allows recreational anglers to carry up to two additional days' worth of fish that are canned, smoked, dried, or frozen (processed) outside their home, while permitting unlimited processed fish at home. The bill does not change daily limits for fresh fish or affect how fish are taken. It specifically states that processed fish on a boat count toward the two-day limit outside the home. This directly affects Michigan anglers who process and transport fish.
SB 559 creates a new Revenue Sharing Trust Fund in Michigan's Department of Treasury, effective October 1, 2025. The fund will receive money from the general sales tax, donations, and investment earnings, with balances carrying over annually instead of lapsing. It mandates specific distributions: $299 million to cities, villages, and townships (based on prior eligibility regardless of new criteria), $261 million to counties (similarly based on prior eligibility), and remaining funds distributed through three formulas measuring taxable value, population type, and yield equalization. This directly affects all local governments in Michigan by changing how they receive state revenue-sharing payments.
SB 561 amends Michigan's sales tax law to change how revenue is distributed. It allocates 8.6% of the 4% general sales tax (starting October 1, 2025) to a new Revenue Sharing Trust Fund for distribution to cities, villages, townships, and counties. The bill also directs computer software sales tax revenue ($9-12 million annually) to the Michigan Health Initiative Fund and splits aviation fuel tax revenue (35% to the state aeronautics fund, 65% to airport funds). These changes affect local governments, public schools (via school aid fund allocations), airports, and health programs, without altering the overall tax rates.
HB 5901 modifies Michigan's eminent domain laws to require government agencies to make a formal, good-faith written offer for property before starting condemnation proceedings. The bill also clarifies rules for filing court complaints, defines what constitutes a suitable replacement home for displaced residents, and outlines how agencies can request financial records from property owners to determine fair compensation. Additionally, the legislation shifts the burden of proof regarding bad faith offers to the agency and establishes specific penalties if an owner unreasonably withholds necessary financial documents.
This bill modifies Michigan's condemnation laws to clarify how courts review whether the government or a private entity needs to take private property. It establishes that public agencies' claims of needing land are generally binding on courts unless fraud, legal error, or abuse of discretion is proven, while private entities must prove public necessity to the court. The legislation also adjusts the burden of proof, requiring agencies to show by a preponderance of evidence that a taking is for public use, or by clear and convincing evidence if the project involves eradicating blight. Additionally, the bill sets a 60-day deadline for courts to decide these necessity challenges and limits the ability to appeal such decisions to the Court of Appeals without special permission.
This bill requires health insurance companies in Michigan to cover infertility treatments starting January 1, 2027. It mandates coverage for diagnostic care, fertility treatments, and preservation services, including up to four complete egg retrievals with unlimited embryo transfers. The law prohibits insurers from imposing different deductibles, waiting periods, or limits on infertility benefits compared to other medical services, and it ensures coverage regardless of the patient's age, gender identity, or use of donor gametes or surrogates.
This resolution asks Michigan's representatives in Congress to support H.R. 7459, a bill designed to create a federal Coastal Storm Risk Management Trust Fund. The proposed fund would provide permanent money for coastal projects, such as beach nourishment, to help manage erosion along the Great Lakes. By encouraging the delegation to back this legislation, the bill aims to ensure a steady source of funding for protecting shorelines and public property. It does not directly allocate money itself but serves as a formal request to influence the congressional delegation's stance on the funding bill.
This Senate resolution designates April 29, 2026, as "End Jew-Hatred Day" to formally recognize the Jewish community in Michigan. The measure directly affects the state legislature by adopting a symbolic declaration rather than enacting new laws or regulations. Key provisions include a statement condemning antisemitism and a call for unity among lawmakers to address discrimination against Jewish people. The resolution cites recent hate crimes and a specific synagogue attack as context for the observance. Ultimately, the bill serves as a commemorative gesture without altering existing legal frameworks or policies.
This bill designates April 23, 2026, as Autism Acceptance Day throughout the state of Michigan. It directly affects state residents by encouraging them to promote understanding and inclusion for individuals with autism spectrum disorder on that specific date. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to raise awareness and reduce stigma. By officially recognizing the day, the legislature aims to highlight the importance of supporting neurodiverse individuals and their families.
This legislative resolution officially designates April 29, 2026, as the 85th anniversary of the International Peace Memorial located on Belle Isle in Detroit. The measure serves as a symbolic gesture to honor the monument's history as a tribute to peace and friendship between the United States and Canada. It does not alter laws or allocate funding but instead directs the House to acknowledge the date and send copies of the resolution to relevant officials.
