Rep. Kelly Breen

Maddy summaryThis resolution urges the federal government to maintain funding and reinstate staff for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) while negotiating the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act." It directly affects Michigan residents who rely on the state's Home Heating Credit Program, which provided assistance to 248,765 Michiganders in 2022 - including low-income families, seniors, and people with disabilities - by helping cover heating costs. The resolution highlights that proposed federal budget cuts to LIHEAP and the recent firing of LIHEAP program staff threaten the program's continuation, potentially causing payment delays or termination. As a non-binding request, it asks federal leaders to prioritize LIHEAP funding to prevent disruption of this critical aid.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 143) urges members of Congress to reject President Trump's proposed "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" and instead support policies that fully fund Medicaid, SNAP, and WIC. It directly affects millions of low-income Americans, including children, seniors, people with disabilities, and vulnerable communities who rely on these programs for healthcare, food assistance, and nutrition support. The resolution opposes cuts to Medicaid (which covers 1 in 4 Michiganders), SNAP (impacting 1.4 million Michiganders), and WIC, while criticizing tax breaks for wealthy households and reduced clean energy funding. It calls for expanding healthcare access, promoting clean energy, and ensuring a fair tax system as concrete policy alternatives.

Maddy summaryThis resolution urges Congress to maintain funding for the Federal TRIO programs, which support low-income, first-generation college students, and individuals with disabilities. It highlights that TRIO provides academic tutoring, counseling, financial guidance, and other assistance through eight specific programs (like Upward Bound for high school students and the McNair Program for doctoral preparation). The resolution responds to a proposed budget cut that would eliminate all TRIO funding, potentially affecting over 880,000 participants annually, including 6,000 veterans. The measure has been introduced and referred to committee but does not create new law.

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution, not a substantive bill. It declares July 26, 2025, as "National Disability Independence Day" in Michigan to commemorate 35 years since key federal disability rights progress. The resolution encourages all Michigan residents to recognize and celebrate the contributions and achievements of people with disabilities. It directly affects Michigan residents by symbolically acknowledging the state's disability community and their ongoing journey toward accessibility and inclusion. The resolution has no binding policy changes or funding provisions.

Maddy summaryHR 148 is a ceremonial resolution declaring August 2, 2025, as Neighborhood Empowerment Day in Michigan. It honors community organizations, volunteers, and grassroots efforts that improve neighborhoods through initiatives like beautification, youth programs, and civic engagement. The resolution has no policy or funding mechanisms - it is a symbolic gesture recognizing existing community work, such as efforts by groups like ARISE Detroit! that mobilize residents for local revitalization. It directly affects no individuals or entities beyond acknowledging these volunteer-driven community achievements.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 147) formally declares August 7, 2025, as Purple Heart Day in Michigan. It commemorates the anniversary of the Purple Heart medal's founding (August 7, 1782) and honors military personnel wounded or killed in combat. The resolution directs the state to recognize Purple Heart recipients' sacrifices and expresses appreciation through the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. As a ceremonial resolution, it has no legal effect but serves to publicly honor veterans.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 146) symbolically declares August 3-9, 2025, as National Health Center Week in Michigan. It recognizes Michigan's community health centers, which serve over 675,000 residents across 450+ sites and provide primary care, behavioral health, and other services. The resolution honors these centers' role in improving health outcomes, supporting local economies ($1.7 billion impact), and addressing healthcare access barriers statewide. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new policy or alter existing law.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares July 21-25, 2025, as Fibroids Awareness Week in Michigan. It symbolically recognizes uterine fibroids - noncancerous uterine tumors affecting many women, especially Black women - and aims to raise public awareness about their health impacts. The resolution has no policy or funding provisions; it simply encourages Michiganders to learn about fibroids and support affected individuals. It is a ceremonial measure introduced by Representative Morgan Foreman and adopted on July 24, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares July 2025 as Cleft and Craniofacial Awareness Month in Michigan to raise public awareness about birth defects affecting the lip and mouth (cleft lip/palate). It does not create new laws, funding, or services but aims to highlight the needs of individuals and families affected by these conditions. The resolution cites that orofacial clefts impact 1-2 in 1,000 newborns and can cause feeding, speech, and health challenges requiring medical care. It was introduced and adopted by the Michigan House on July 24, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 4730 adds Krabbe disease to the list of conditions screened for in newborns in Michigan. The bill amends state law to require healthcare providers to test all newborns for Krabbe disease, a rare but treatable neurological disorder, alongside existing conditions like phenylketonuria and sickle cell anemia. This affects all newborns in Michigan and their healthcare providers, who must administer the test at birth without requiring parental consent under current rules. The change aligns Krabbe disease with other treatable conditions already included in the state's mandatory newborn screening program.