Rep. Donavan McKinney

Maddy summaryThis Michigan bill requires all law enforcement agencies to create and publicly post written policies on how officers may use force. The new rules mandate that agencies adopt guidelines ensuring officers only use physical force that is objectively reasonable and reserve deadly force for situations where there is an immediate threat of death or serious injury. Agencies must also include specific instructions on de-escalation techniques and clarify that restricting air flow to a person's throat counts as deadly force. Additionally, the law compels these agencies to regularly review and update their policies to stay current with legal standards and case law.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to clarify the Department of Environment Quality's responsibilities regarding water resources and pollution control. It explicitly states that the department must protect and conserve Michigan's surface and underground waters, including the Great Lakes, and manage waste disposal impacts. The legislation also outlines the department's role in assisting flood control districts and complying with federal water pollution laws using appropriated funds. A key provision notes that existing rules created before January 1, 2007, will remain in effect unless officially rescinded, while limiting the creation of new rules under specific sections.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Youth Tobacco Act to strictly prohibit the advertising, display, marketing, and sale of nicotine and tobacco products with characterizing flavors, such as fruity or menthol tastes. It defines characterizing flavors broadly to include any distinguishable taste or aroma other than tobacco, as well as cooling or numbing sensations, and establishes a legal presumption that a product has such a flavor if the manufacturer or seller implies it through text, images, or consumer-facing actions. Businesses that violate these restrictions face escalating civil fines and potential license suspensions or revocations for repeat offenses within a 36-month period. The legislation also creates a new state fund to finance the administration and enforcement of these rules, including compliance checks and staff training.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Age of Majority Act to clarify that it does not apply to the Youth Nicotine and Tobacco Act, ensuring that the legal age for purchasing tobacco products remains 21 despite the general age of adulthood being 18. By explicitly excluding tobacco regulations from the age of majority provisions, the legislation maintains the existing restriction that individuals under 21 cannot buy tobacco. The change affects the state's legal framework by preventing any conflict between the general definition of an adult and the specific rules governing tobacco sales.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the Michigan Campaign Finance Act by clarifying definitions for political terms and expanding reporting requirements for specific nonprofit groups. It formally defines "501(c)(4) organizations" and "527 organizations" as entities that are controlled, directed, or staffed by candidates, elected officials, their appointees, or their family members. Additionally, the legislation provides new definitions for concepts like "election cycle," "honorarium," and "fund raising event" to ensure consistent application of campaign finance rules. These changes directly affect political candidates, public officials, and the nonprofit organizations that interact with them by establishing clearer boundaries for what must be disclosed to the public.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires certain political nonprofits, specifically 527 and 501(c)(4) organizations, to electronically register with the Michigan Secretary of State within 10 days of forming. The registration must include the organization's name, the names of its key leaders, and the elected officials or candidates they support. The Secretary of State will make this information publicly available on their website, while political party committees are exempt from these requirements. Organizations that fail to register face civil fines ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 depending on their financial balance, and individual officials associated with non-compliant groups may also be fined up to $1,000.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Michigan correctional facilities to give every prisoner forms that let them choose who can receive their medical records and who should be notified in a medical emergency. Prisoners must sign these forms to designate specific people as authorized recipients for their health information and as emergency contacts for critical situations. If a prisoner faces a serious medical emergency requiring hospital care, the department must immediately contact the designated emergency contact and may share the prisoner's location if necessary. The law also allows authorized recipients to request specific medical details about the prisoner, while the department must provide clear instructions and brochures explaining how these designations work.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Michigan taxpayers to claim a state income tax credit of 50% for donating feminine hygiene products to public schools. The credit is capped at $100 for individual filers and $200 for joint returns, with higher limits for estates and trusts, and applies to donations made starting in 2025. To qualify, donors must receive a written acknowledgment from the school detailing the type and quantity of items donated, along with their value. The legislation defines eligible products as items such as tampons, panty liners, and menstrual cups, and requires that the donation be deductible under federal tax law. If the calculated credit exceeds the taxpayer's liability, the excess amount will be refunded.

Maddy summaryThis bill allocates $10 million from the state school aid fund to reimburse Michigan school districts for providing free menstrual hygiene products to eligible students. To qualify for funding, districts must have designated bathrooms for females and males or both in their school buildings and must supply at least 20 tampons or pads per month to students who request them. The reimbursement amount is based on the percentage of students in the district who qualify for free or reduced-price meals, with a minimum guarantee of covering 50% of the program costs. Funding will be distributed across urban, suburban, and rural areas, including specific requirements for districts in Wayne, Eaton, Grand Traverse, Kent, Macomb, and Marquette counties.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Michigan school districts to provide free feminine hygiene products to students identified as "at-risk" starting in the 2025-2026 school year. Under the new provision, any eligible student who requests these items must receive at least 20 tampons or menstrual pads per month at no cost. The term "at-risk pupil" is defined by existing state laws regarding school aid eligibility, and the requirement applies to public school districts, intermediate school districts, and public school academies.