Rep. Donavan McKinney

Maddy summaryHB 5040 creates a state licensing system for businesses processing consumable hemp products, such as edibles, beverages, or infused items containing nonintoxicating cannabinoids (e.g., CBD products that don’t cause intoxication). Businesses must apply for a license by providing detailed operational information, including key personnel details and location specifics, and pay required fees. Licenses are valid for one year with renewal options but may be denied for incomplete applications, business locations in dwellings, unpaid fees, or false statements. The bill repeals an older law (2014 PA 547) and establishes a dedicated fund for hemp-related activities.

Maddy summaryHB 5042 clarifies definitions and technical requirements in Michigan's Industrial Hemp Growers Act. It specifically defines key terms like "acceptable THC level" (using measurement of uncertainty to ensure samples meet the 0.3% delta-9-THC limit) and "compliance monitoring testing facility" (lab standards for federal drug agency registration). The bill directly affects hemp growers, testing labs, and state regulators by standardizing how THC testing is conducted and reported. These changes ensure consistent compliance with state hemp regulations and align testing protocols with federal requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 5047 requires utility providers (including municipal, cooperative, and private electric/gas companies) to automatically enroll eligible customers in winter protection programs. Specifically, it mandates automatic enrollment of senior citizens (65+ or 62+ as of October 2023) starting November 1, 2025, and households with children under 16 starting September 1, 2025. Providers must identify eligible customers using methods like phone calls, mail, or bill inserts, and provide detailed program information via bill inserts 2 months before enrollment. Annual reports on enrollment numbers must be submitted to providers’ governing bodies by April 28 each year, beginning in 2026. The bill amends Michigan’s public utilities code (MCL 460.9o, 460.10t, and adds 460.9x) to implement these requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 5041 amends Michigan's Medical Marihuana Facilities Licensing Act to update references connecting medical marijuana regulations with the Industrial Hemp Research and Development Act. It specifically revises sections of the law (102, 206, 502, and 505) to ensure consistency for licensees who may operate in both medical marijuana and industrial hemp sectors. The bill affects medical marijuana businesses (growers, processors, and provisioning centers) that might also engage in industrial hemp activities under state law. This change clarifies regulatory pathways without altering existing licensing requirements or creating new policies.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares September 15-October 15, 2025, as Hispanic Heritage Month in Michigan. It is a symbolic state recognition, not a policy change, affirming the observance of Hispanic and Latino American contributions to Michigan and the nation. The resolution does not create new laws, allocate funding, or affect specific groups; it simply aligns Michigan with the existing national observance established by federal law in 1988. The declaration enables state agencies and communities to organize events celebrating Hispanic heritage during that period.

Maddy summaryHB 4985 amends Michigan's landlord-tenant laws to establish clear "good cause" grounds for terminating a tenancy, directly affecting landlords and tenants across the state. The bill requires landlords to follow specific procedures when a tenant dies, including notifying the public administrator and attempting to contact an authorized person before reentering the property after 10 days. It also defines unlawful interference by landlords, such as changing locks without providing keys or cutting essential utilities like heat or electricity, which could lead to tenant legal claims. These changes aim to balance tenant protections with clearer eviction rules for landlords.

Maddy summaryHB 4983 modifies Michigan's eviction timeline by extending the waiting period before a landlord can remove a tenant after a court judgment. It increases the standard waiting period from 10 to 14 days for most evictions, and adds a longer 90-day or 6-month waiting period (depending on payment progress) when evicting tenants who failed to pay for a home purchase contract. The bill also clarifies that tenants can stop eviction by paying the owed amount plus costs within the waiting period. This directly affects tenants facing eviction and landlords seeking possession under the Revised Judicature Act.

Maddy summaryHB 4982 amends Michigan's landlord-tenant law (MCL 554.134) by increasing the notice period landlords must provide to tenants for nonpayment of rent from 7 days to 14 days. This change directly affects tenants who miss rent payments and landlords seeking to terminate leases for that reason. The bill modifies Section 34(2), requiring written notice that gives tenants 14 days to pay overdue rent before eviction proceedings can begin. Other termination notice periods (e.g., for lease violations or holdover) remain unchanged. The bill was introduced in September 2025 and referred to the Regulatory Reform Committee.

Maddy summaryHB 4986 updates tenant protection rules for housing projects managed by city, village, township, or county commissions. It specifically adds "using a unit for any unlawful purpose" (like drug activity) as a valid reason for landlords to end tenancies, aligning with existing court procedures for quick evictions under Michigan law. This directly affects tenants in publicly funded housing programs operated by local governments. The bill clarifies that landlords can only terminate leases for specific, documented reasons like lease violations or unsafe conditions, not arbitrarily. It requires another related bill (HB 4985) to pass first before taking effect.

Maddy summaryHB 4987 requires Michigan landlords to address tenant-reported repair issues within specific timeframes: 24 hours for urgent hazards like lack of heat, water, or bedbugs; 72 hours for appliance failures; and 10 days for other problems. Tenants must provide written notice via email, delivery, or approved electronic methods to trigger these deadlines. Landlords can extend timelines only if tenants interfere with repairs or unforeseen circumstances prevent timely action. This bill directly affects residential tenants and landlords in Michigan lease agreements, strengthening tenant rights to habitable housing under state law.