Rep. Betsy Coffia

Maddy summaryHB 4268 amends Michigan's Campaign Finance Act to give the Secretary of State authority to seek court orders (injunctive relief) to stop campaign finance violations. It adds specific circumstances for waiving late filing fees, such as medical emergencies, natural disasters, or loss of records, and requires the Secretary to provide public notice and comment periods for official interpretations of the law. The bill also establishes clear deadlines for handling complaints about violations, including requirements for signed complaints with factual certifications and structured timelines for responses and rebuttals. These changes aim to improve enforcement transparency and streamline compliance for campaign finance reporters.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 21, 2025, as Rosie the Riveter Day in Michigan to honor women who worked in factories during World War II, particularly in Michigan's Willow Run and Detroit facilities. It does not create new laws or obligations but encourages residents, schools, businesses, and organizations to observe the day through educational activities and community events. The bill specifically recognizes these women's contributions to wartime production and their role in advancing workplace equality. It is a symbolic gesture with no direct regulatory impact on individuals or entities.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares April 7-13, 2025, as National Public Health Week in Michigan. It symbolically recognizes the work of public health professionals across the state, including those protecting water safety, conducting screenings, and preventing disease. The resolution does not create new laws or policies; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment of public health contributions. It directly honors public health workers in Michigan but has no binding effect on legislation or funding.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 51) is a symbolic request urging the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to release $56 million in FEMA disaster relief funds already allocated to Michigan. It directly affects Michigan's emergency management agencies, local governments, and nonprofits that rely on these funds for disaster response, recovery, and public safety programs. The resolution states delays in releasing these funds strain state resources and risk disrupting critical emergency services following natural disasters. As a non-binding resolution, it does not change funding policy but formally requests federal action.

Maddy summaryHB 4243 amends Michigan's Publicly Funded Health Insurance Contribution Act to include regional airport authorities as covered public employers under the law. This means employees of regional airport authorities (such as those managing airports across the state) will now be subject to the same health insurance contribution rules as other public employees, like state workers or school district staff. The bill clarifies that these authorities must contribute to health insurance costs for their employees, following the same framework as other public employers defined in the existing law. It does not create new benefits but ensures airport authorities comply with the same health insurance contribution requirements as other public entities.

Maddy summaryHB 4264, the "Job Applicant Credit Privacy Act," bans most employers in Michigan from using an applicant's credit history to make hiring decisions or asking about it during the recruitment process. It directly affects all job seekers and employers, except for specific roles in banking (state/nationally chartered banks, savings institutions, credit unions), licensed financial services, or casinos. The bill also prohibits employers from retaliating against applicants who oppose violations or participate in investigations, and bans any requirement for applicants to waive their rights under this law. Violators face civil lawsuits allowing for damages, injunctions, or attorney fees.

Maddy summaryThis resolution directs the Clerk of the House to present nine specific bills - passed by both legislative chambers in December 2024 and "enrolled" (formally prepared for the Governor) - to the Governor. It follows a court ruling (February 2025) that confirmed Michigan’s Constitution requires all passed bills to be presented to the Governor within 14 days, rejecting the House’s prior refusal to act. The resolution overrides a previous House attempt (Resolution 41) to delay this process and mandates immediate compliance with the court’s order. It affects the House Clerk, Governor, and the nine bills’ legislative timeline, ensuring they can proceed toward becoming law.

Maddy summaryHB 4175 modifies Michigan's high school diploma requirements by adding specific course credits students must complete. It requires all students graduating after 2023 to complete a half-credit personal finance course (fulfilling part of math, arts, or language requirements), while maintaining existing requirements for 4 math credits (including algebra I, geometry, and algebra II), 3 social science credits (including U.S. history and geography), 1 health/PE credit, and 1 arts credit. The bill also mandates two credits in a language other than English (including American Sign Language) for all students by graduation, with schools encouraged to offer language courses in early grades. These changes directly affect Michigan high school students and school districts responsible for implementing diploma standards.

Maddy summaryHB 4173 is a supplemental funding bill that allocates state money specifically for testing commercial poultry facilities and backyard flocks in Michigan for H5N1 bird flu. It directly affects poultry farmers, commercial hatcheries, and state agricultural testing labs by providing resources to conduct these tests. The key mechanism is creating a new appropriation (funding line) within the state budget for this purpose, separate from regular funding. This bill focuses solely on enabling testing capacity, not on disease prevention or other policy changes.

Maddy summaryHB 4171 provides supplemental state funding for hospitals in Michigan to test for H5N1 avian influenza (bird flu) in clinical settings. It directly affects hospitals and healthcare facilities that need to conduct these specific tests. The bill creates a new appropriation (funding line) to cover the costs of testing, ensuring hospitals have resources to screen patients for H5N1. This is a funding measure, not a policy change, and it applies to the 2025 fiscal year.