Rep. Samantha Steckloff

Maddy summaryHB 4548 amends Michigan's Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to explicitly prohibit discrimination based on ethnicity, including antisemitism. It defines antisemitism as discriminatory conduct or communication motivated by hatred of Jews, covering specific acts like denying the Holocaust, accusing Jews of collective responsibility, or making dehumanizing stereotypes (as listed in sections i-xii of the bill). The law protects individuals in employment, housing, public accommodations, and education from such discrimination, while clarifying that criticism of Israel similar to criticism of other nations is not covered (exception xiii). This expands existing protections under the act to specifically address antisemitic discrimination without altering other protected categories like religion or race.

Maddy summaryHB 4531 requires all mandated reporters of child abuse or neglect (such as teachers, healthcare workers, and social workers) to complete department-developed training every three years on recognizing abuse/neglect and fulfilling reporting duties. This amendment to Michigan’s Child Protection Law updates Section 9 of the 1975 law, replacing the prior training requirement with a specific 3-year cycle. The bill directly affects professionals legally obligated to report suspected child abuse or neglect. It focuses on ensuring consistent, updated knowledge about detection and reporting procedures through mandatory, recurring training.

Maddy summaryHB 4520, the "hunger-free campus act," creates a program to designate Michigan college and university campuses as "hunger-free" if they meet specific requirements. It directly affects all public and private institutions of higher education in Michigan, including tribal colleges, by requiring them to establish student-administration task forces, provide SNAP enrollment assistance, ensure access to food pantries or stigma-free food options, and hold hunger awareness events. The bill mandates annual student surveys on food insecurity and requires campuses to develop meal credit donation programs or free food vouchers. The program aims to address student hunger through concrete campus-level actions and partnerships, with the state department overseeing implementation and reporting.

Maddy summaryHB 4521 modifies Michigan's tuition grant program for resident students at eligible nonprofit colleges. It sets limits: 10 semesters for undergraduate study (12 for 2020-2021 enrollees), 6 for graduate, and 8 for dental programs. The bill excludes students receiving Michigan Achievement Scholarships and those in theology programs, while requiring financial need assessment using criteria from another state aid program. Grants cover tuition/fees up to the college's annual cost or the student's financial need, whichever is lower, and prioritize full-time students.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 119) designates June 3, 2025, as "Brain Cancer Awareness Day" in Michigan. It symbolically recognizes the impact of brain cancer - highlighting its high mortality rate, significant costs, and effects on children and young adults - while honoring patients, families, and Michigan's research leadership in brain tumor treatment. The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or policies; it is purely a commemorative statement to raise awareness and acknowledge ongoing efforts. It was introduced and adopted by the Michigan House on June 3, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 4267 designates a specific segment of M-6 in Kent County (from Kalamazoo Avenue east to 60th Street) as the "Keagan Spencer Memorial Highway" under Michigan's Memorial Highway Act. This bill is purely a naming designation with no policy changes or direct impact on legislation, regulations, or affected populations. It amends the existing highway act to formally recognize this roadway section in honor of Keagan Spencer. The bill passed unanimously in the Michigan House on May 20, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 4145 designates a specific 1-mile segment of US-127 in Jackson County (between mile markers 39 and 40) as the "2nd Lt. Roosevelt Stiger Memorial Highway." This procedural bill amends Michigan's Memorial Highway Act to add this designation, honoring 2nd Lieutenant Roosevelt Stiger, a military veteran. The highway segment itself is the direct subject of the naming change, with no new policies or funding mechanisms involved. The bill passed unanimously in the Michigan House on May 20, 2025.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4519 designates the stonefly (Pteronarcys sp.) as the official insect of the state of Michigan. This bill creates a new act solely for this symbolic purpose.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 111 is a commemorative resolution that declares May 2025 as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in the state of Michigan. It encourages all citizens to celebrate the contributions of Asian Pacific Americans to the state and the country.

Maddy summaryHB 4494 revises the Michigan penal code concerning redemption game machines. The bill modifies the conditions under which these games are exempt from general gaming prohibitions, allowing for games determined by a combination of skill and chance. It significantly increases the maximum prize value for redemption games, permitting awards up to $500, which can include stored value cards redeemable at retailers. The legislation also introduces new regulations, such as limiting establishments to eight machines that award stored value cards and establishing penalties for tampering with certified game software. These changes primarily affect businesses that offer redemption games and their players.