Rep. Neil Friske

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes adding a new section to the Michigan state constitution to formally recognize the right of all citizens to hunt, fish, trap, and harvest wildlife. The amendment states that this right is subject only to regulations designed to promote sound conservation and management, while also declaring public hunting as a preferred method for managing nonthreatened species. It explicitly clarifies that these constitutional changes do not alter existing laws regarding trespass, private property rights, eminent domain, or firearms unrelated to hunting. Ultimately, the bill seeks to enshrine these outdoor activities as a protected heritage right within the state's highest legal document.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the rules for how candidates for U.S. Senator and Representative in Congress file their nomination petitions in Michigan. It requires that these petitions be signed by registered voters from at least half of the state's congressional districts for Senate races and from the specific district for House races, while also allowing candidates to pay a filing fee instead of gathering signatures. The legislation extends the deadline for submitting these documents from the twelfth Tuesday before the primary election to the fifteenth Tuesday before the primary. Additionally, it clarifies the strict conditions under which a candidate who has officially filed a petition or paid a fee may withdraw from the race.

Maddy summaryThis bill introduces new criminal penalties in Michigan for specific immigration violations, directly affecting non-citizens who enter the state without using a legal port of entry or who re-enter after being deported. Under the proposed law, a first-time illegal entry from a foreign country would be a misdemeanor punishable by up to six months in jail, while a second or subsequent offense would become a felony carrying a sentence of at least two years and up to 20 years. The legislation also criminalizes entering or remaining in the state after being ordered removed by federal authorities, with similar escalating penalties based on prior criminal convictions. Additionally, the bill creates a specific felony charge for individuals who refuse to comply with a court order to return to their country of origin after being charged with illegal entry. The text includes several exceptions, noting that certain federal protections like asylum or the DACA program may serve as a defense against prosecution, while explicitly excluding other federal programs from this protection.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution urges the President and Congress to immediately secure the southern border and stop illegal immigration. It calls for the elimination of current immigration caps to encourage legal entry, provided that new immigrants pass background checks and do not receive taxpayer-funded assistance. The bill also criticizes current policies for creating incentives for illegal migration while making legal pathways too difficult. As a non-binding resolution, it expresses the sentiments of its sponsors rather than creating new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Social Welfare Act to restrict eligibility for state-funded services and grants to only U.S. citizens and qualified aliens. It defines "qualified alien" using the same federal standard found in 8 USC 1641, which generally includes specific categories of immigrants such as refugees and asylees. Consequently, individuals who do not meet these citizenship or immigration status requirements would be prohibited from receiving assistance under this act, unless a specific federal law provides an exception.

Maddy summaryThis bill restricts access to Michigan's State Housing Development Authority programs by limiting eligibility to U.S. citizens and qualified aliens. It directly affects individuals seeking housing assistance, grants, or services under the act by requiring them to meet specific immigration status criteria. The legislation defines "qualified alien" using the existing federal definition found in U.S. law, ensuring the state's requirements align with national standards. If enacted, the change would prevent non-citizens who do not meet these federal immigration categories from receiving state-funded housing support.