Rep. Stephanie Young

Maddy summaryThis bill requires original equipment manufacturers of motorized wheelchairs to provide certain parts, tools, and documentation to owners and independent repair providers. It amends Michigan's Consumer Protection Act to add new provisions specifically addressing the rights of wheelchair owners and third-party repair technicians. The legislation aims to ensure that wheelchair owners and independent repair providers have access to necessary components and information needed for maintenance and repairs. This policy change directly affects wheelchair manufacturers, owners of motorized wheelchairs, and independent repair service providers.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 12, 2026, as Endometriosis Awareness Day in Michigan to raise public understanding of the condition. It does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the health challenges faced by individuals with endometriosis. The resolution encourages education and support for those affected by the disease without implementing new policies or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to change how members of the Michigan Public Service Commission are elected and set their salaries. It would require three commissioners to be elected for four-year terms and two for two-year terms starting in the 2028 election, with all future terms being four years long. The amendment also establishes that no one can serve more than 12 years total on the commission and creates a State Officers Compensation Commission to determine salaries for the commission members, subject to legislative approval. These changes would affect the structure and compensation of the Public Service Commission, which regulates utilities and other public services in Michigan.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes amending the Michigan state constitution to replace the currently appointed Public Service Commission with a nonpartisan, elected commission. The new commission would begin operating on January 1, 2029, and would have the same powers and jurisdiction as the existing body. Members would be nominated by political party conventions and must meet eligibility requirements including U.S. citizenship, state residency, and no financial interest in public utilities. The amendment would be submitted to Michigan voters for approval at the next general election.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires nursing homes in Michigan to ensure all unlicensed staff members complete a fall prevention training program. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services will develop and manage this training program in consultation with relevant health agencies. The law applies specifically to unlicensed personnel working in nursing home facilities, mandating they finish the required training. This change aims to standardize fall prevention education for non-licensed staff across the state's nursing homes.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new process for electing members to the Michigan Public Service Commission, affecting current and future commissioners. It creates new eligibility requirements, including a 12-year term limit and restrictions on financial interests in public utilities, while also defining specific grounds for removal from office. The legislation outlines a nomination system where political parties select candidates at state conventions, with nominees appearing on nonpartisan ballots and a staggered election schedule beginning in 2028.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires employers in Michigan to pay employees their regular hourly wage for time spent participating in mandatory fall prevention training programs. The law applies to any employer who must ensure their staff complete the fall prevention training established under state public health regulations. By compensating workers for this required training time, the bill aims to remove financial barriers that might prevent employees from completing safety education. The legislation creates a new legal requirement for wage payment specifically tied to fall prevention training participation.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes replacing the Michigan Public Service Commission with a five-member elected body starting January 1, 2029, shifting member selection from gubernatorial appointment to public election. The legislation establishes eligibility requirements for commissioners, including residency and conflict-of-interest rules that prohibit employment by regulated utilities or political party roles during and after service. It also outlines procedures for filling vacancies, selecting a chairperson, and determining compensation, with the current commission structure remaining in place until the transition date. The bill requires passage of a companion bill to take effect and is currently in committee review.

Maddy summaryHB 5382 modifies Michigan's insurance code to clarify regulations for Special Purpose Financial Captives (SPFCs), which are specialized insurance entities used by companies to self-insure risks. The bill specifies that certain operational changes - like issuing new securities for existing financing arrangements or replacing swap counterparties with similarly rated firms - do not require approval. It also mandates annual financial reporting (including audited statements and operations summaries), requires SPFCs to respond to commissioner inquiries within 30 days, and imposes civil penalties of $1,000-$5,000 per violation for non-compliance. These changes directly affect SPFCs operating under Michigan law, ensuring clearer reporting standards and oversight while maintaining existing commissioner authority.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution calls on Congress to investigate individuals linked to Jeffrey Epstein and require them to testify under oath. It directly affects high-profile figures across technology, finance, real estate, and government who have been implicated in Epstein's criminal network. The resolution asserts that current Department of Justice actions have failed to protect survivors or fully disclose information, citing concerns over redacted names and unredacted photos of victims. It seeks to use congressional authority to compel testimony from those who participated in or covered up Epstein's crimes. The measure was introduced in March 2026 and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.