Rep. Joseph Fox

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4241 prohibits the Michigan Strategic Fund from providing economic incentives, such as grants or loans, to certain "foreign entities." These foreign entities are defined as those owned or controlled by, or having their primary business in, specific countries like China, Russia, Iran, or North Korea. The bill requires applicants for economic incentives to submit an affidavit confirming they are not a foreign entity. Additionally, any person or government entity distributing these incentives must ensure they are not knowingly given to a foreign entity.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4242 amends the public health code to update requirements for how medical licensees manage patient records. It mandates that healthcare providers explicitly document medical services involving vaginal or anal penetration in patient records, with certain exceptions. The bill establishes a general minimum record retention period of 7 years, which extends to 15 years for records of these specific penetration-related services, also with specified exceptions. Additionally, it outlines procedures for protecting record integrity and confidentiality, ensuring patient access, and for the proper destruction or transfer of records.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4244 requires state government entities, defined as "public bodies," to change how they refer to a specific geographical location. If a public body uses the term "Gulf of Mexico," they must modify it to "Gulf of America." This applies to all departments, boards, commissions, offices, agencies, or other units of state government. Public bodies are required to implement this change by July 4, 2025.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 101 declares May 2025 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in the state of Michigan. This resolution encourages Michigan citizens to participate in efforts to promote motorcycle safety among riders and to raise awareness for other drivers sharing the roadways.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution No. 102 declares May 11-17, 2025, as Police Week in the state of Michigan. This resolution aims to honor law enforcement officers who serve and those who have lost their lives in the line of duty.

Maddy summaryHR 100 is a resolution that declares May 13, 2025, as Digital Asset Awareness Day in the state of Michigan. This resolution encourages individuals, businesses, educational institutions, and government agencies to engage in activities and programs that foster a deeper understanding of digital assets and their impact on society and the economy.

Maddy summaryHB 4238 prohibits Michigan public schools from entering agreements or accepting grants from specific "foreign countries of concern" (including China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, and Syria) that would control curriculum, restrict school contracting freedom, or promote agendas harmful to U.S. security. Schools must share cultural exchange agreements with federal security agencies before signing, and federal agencies can block agreements deemed threatening. The law also bans accepting any value conditioned on promoting a foreign country's language or culture. It directly affects all Michigan public schools participating in international programs with the listed countries.

Maddy summaryHB 4233 prohibits foreign entities (including foreign governments, corporations, or individuals) from purchasing or acquiring agricultural land in Michigan, with limited exceptions. Current foreign owners may retain existing farmland but cannot buy additional land, and all foreign-owned agricultural land must be registered with the Secretary of State within 60 days, including location, acreage, and ownership details. Exceptions allow land acquired through inheritance (if sold within two years), security interests, or legal processes like foreclosure (if sold within two years and not used for non-farming purposes). Violations trigger court action by the Attorney General, requiring foreign owners to divest the land within two years.

Maddy summaryHB 4239, the "foreign influence of state institutions of higher education act," prohibits Michigan public colleges and universities from entering agreements or accepting grants from specific "foreign countries of concern" (including China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, and Syria) if those arrangements control curriculum, threaten U.S. security, or restrict contracting freedom. It requires all gifts from foreign sources to be formalized through written agreements and mandates reporting of certain gifts to state officials. The law also bars accepting items of value conditioned on promoting a foreign country's language or culture and requires cultural exchange agreements with listed countries to be reviewed by U.S. federal agencies for national security risks. These provisions directly affect all 15 Michigan public universities and community colleges.

Maddy summaryHB 4235 prohibits public employees and officials in Michigan from using or accessing certain applications on government-issued devices, specifically those linked to foreign governments or entities from designated "countries of concern" (like China, Russia, or Iran). It requires public employers (state agencies, schools, local governments) to block these apps on all government networks, restrict them on devices, and maintain remote wipe capabilities to remove them. The law bans downloading or accessing prohibited apps on work devices, with exceptions only for law enforcement officers conducting public safety investigations. This directly affects all state and local government workers using official devices for job-related tasks.