Rep. Veronica Paiz

Maddy summaryHR 20 is a symbolic resolution designating February 2025 as Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month in Michigan. It does not create new programs or change funding but aims to raise public awareness about CTE's role in preparing students for high-demand, high-wage careers like healthcare, engineering, and skilled trades. The resolution acknowledges that over 112,000 Michigan high school students participated in CTE programs during the 2023-2024 school year, with most pursuing postsecondary education or employment. It is directed at state officials and the public to support workforce development awareness.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution, not a policy bill. It declares February 2025 as "American Heart Month" and February 5, 2025, as "National Wear Red Day" in Michigan. The resolution aims to raise public awareness about heart disease, particularly its impact on women, through educational efforts and community recognition. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or impose requirements on any group.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares January 2025 as National Stalking Awareness Month in Michigan. It does not create new laws or change existing policies; instead, it symbolically recognizes stalking as a serious crime and acknowledges efforts by victim services and law enforcement. The resolution highlights Michigan's legal definition of stalking and relevant statistics (like 18,000 stalking reports in 2022) to underscore the importance of public awareness. It was introduced and adopted by the Michigan House of Representatives on January 28, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 4016 designates May of each year as "Huntington's Disease Awareness Month" in Michigan. This symbolic resolution aims to raise public and medical awareness about Huntington's disease, which affects thousands of Michiganders and has no cure. It does not create new funding, regulations, or policy changes - it simply aligns Michigan with national recognition efforts for this progressive neurological condition. The bill was introduced in January 2025 and referred to committee for further review.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to create and distribute a guide on safe firearm storage to all public and private schools. The guide, which must be available in English, Spanish, and Arabic, will explain current storage laws, answer common questions, and direct parents to resources for purchasing locks and safes. The department is tasked with developing this initial notice by July 1, 2025, and must update it annually by the following July 1 to reflect any legal changes.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's Strategic Fund Act to allow the state to deny or recover economic development funds if a recipient business is added to a specific registry of non-compliant entities. Starting in October 2024, the law requires written agreements for loans, grants, and other assistance to include clauses that trigger a default and require the return of money if the business is listed on that registry during the agreement term. The measure applies to any business receiving financial support under the act and takes effect 90 days after passage, contingent on the simultaneous enactment of a related companion bill.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates the Call Center Jobs Retention Act, which requires large employers in Michigan to notify the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity at least 30 days before moving a call center or a significant portion of its operations to a foreign country. The law specifically applies to companies employing 50 or more people at a call center and mandates reporting if they plan to close local operations while contracting for the same services abroad. Employers who fail to provide this advance notice face civil fines of up to $10,000, and the department must publish a public registry every six months listing the names of these employers, the number of jobs affected, and the new locations.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's sales tax law to change how a specific portion of sales tax revenue is distributed to the public safety and violence prevention fund. Starting in October 2023, the state will deposit 1.5% of the collections from the standard 4% sales tax into this new fund on a monthly basis. The legislation also outlines existing rules for distributing other sales tax revenues to schools, transportation projects, aviation, and health initiatives. By specifying these allocation percentages and timelines, the bill ensures that designated funds are collected and transferred to their intended programs without altering the overall tax rate.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the definition of the "internal revenue code" within Michigan's ABLE savings program to ensure it references the correct version of federal tax law. By specifying that the code is the United States Internal Revenue Code of 1986 as of January 1, 2024, or the version in effect for the current year, the legislation clarifies which federal rules apply to the program. This change directly affects individuals who use ABLE accounts to save for disability-related expenses, ensuring their accounts align with current federal tax definitions. The update helps maintain consistency between state and federal regulations governing these savings plans.

Maddy summaryThis law updates the rules for who can serve on Michigan's state and county election canvassing boards. To be eligible, members must be registered voters who have taken an official oath of office and have never been convicted of specific election-related crimes. The bill defines these crimes to include various offenses such as perjury, voter intimidation, and certain felonies. Additionally, county board members cannot hold another elected public office while serving on the board. These changes take effect on April 2, 2025.