Rep. Matt Koleszar

Maddy summaryHB 4358 modifies Michigan's Home Rule City Act to standardize when city officials' terms begin. It requires that all elected city officers (like mayors and council members) serving terms starting after December 31, 2024, must begin their terms at 12 noon on the first day of the month following their election - replacing any existing charter provisions allowing earlier start dates. The bill also mandates that individuals filling vacant positions cannot take the oath of office until election results are certified by the board of canvassers. This applies to all Michigan cities with home rule charters and takes effect immediately upon passage.

Maddy summaryHB 4359 modifies Michigan village election rules by changing the start date for elected officials' terms from November 20 to December 1. It clarifies that villages electing six trustees (instead of three) must serve two-year terms, rather than four-year terms, and updates vacancy procedures to require a petition signed by 10% of voters within 10 days to trigger a special election when the council falls below quorum. These changes directly affect village officials and voters in all Michigan villages operating under the General Law Village Act (MCL 62.4 et seq.), streamlining term start dates and vacancy resolution. The bill passed with immediate effect in September 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Revised School Code to require intermediate school districts to create a single, common school calendar for all schools within their region by July 1, 2008. The new calendar must specify winter and spring break dates for at least the next five school years and must be posted online, with the goal of aligning start dates and schedules across different districts. While the law mandates compliance starting with the 2008-2009 school year, it includes exceptions for schools with existing collective bargaining agreements, year-round programs, trimester schedules, or advanced placement schools that meet specific criteria. Districts operating under these special conditions can apply for a waiver from the state superintendent if they can justify their unique scheduling needs. Additionally, the bill repeals previous sections of the Revised School Code and the State School Aid Act that are no longer needed under this new framework.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurance companies in Michigan to limit the co-pay or coinsurance for insulin to no more than $35 per 30-day supply. The rule applies to at least one product within each major type of insulin, including rapid-acting, long-acting, and premixed varieties, and prevents insurers from bypassing this limit by raising costs elsewhere or changing benefit categories. While the $35 cap is set as a maximum, insurers are allowed to charge less, and the limit only applies to insulin products; other medical costs can remain higher. The amount will be automatically adjusted each July starting in 2027 based on changes in the local Consumer Price Index.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates June 15, 2026, as World Elder Abuse Awareness Day throughout Michigan. It aims to raise public awareness about the issue of elder abuse and encourage residents to recognize warning signs and report incidents. The measure does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic declaration to highlight the importance of protecting older adults.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the rules for calculating Michigan's school foundation allowance, which determines the base funding provided to public schools. It requires the state's revenue estimating conference to use the Detroit Consumer Price Index to adjust the allowance amount, ensuring it keeps pace with local inflation rather than a statewide index. The legislation also mandates that this adjusted allowance be projected for the current fiscal year and the next two years to help plan school budgets. By tying school funding growth to inflation in the Detroit area, the bill aims to maintain the purchasing power of state aid for education.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates June 2026 as Gun Violence Awareness Month in Michigan to honor victims and support survivors of firearm-related incidents. The measure serves as a symbolic declaration intended to encourage community engagement and awareness regarding the impacts of gun violence. It does not alter any laws or create new regulations but rather establishes an official observance period for public education and remembrance.

Maddy summaryHB 6052 amends Michigan's income tax law to allow residents to deduct compensation paid to election inspectors from their taxable income. This change directly affects individuals who serve as poll workers or other election officials and receive payment for their services. By permitting this specific deduction, the bill reduces the amount of income subject to state taxation for those earning wages from election duties. The provision is designed to ensure that compensation for public service in elections does not increase a taxpayer's liability under the state income tax system.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes declaring June 2026 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Pride Month throughout the state of Michigan. It aims to recognize the history, culture, and contributions of LGBTQ+ residents while commemorating the 1969 Stonewall Uprising. The resolution encourages all Michiganders to acknowledge the value of diversity and the specific roles LGBTQ+ individuals play in the state's economy and communities.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's natural resources laws to update regulations on commercial fishing, including allowable catch limits and quota percentages for various fish species. It establishes stricter record-keeping requirements for fish dealers and mandates that commercial fishers report their catch immediately after each fishing season ends. The legislation also introduces new financial penalties for illegal fishing, requiring offenders to pay fines based on the weight of the fish taken, and sets a rule that commercial licenses will be permanently revoked if a fisher commits five specific violations within a five-year period. Additionally, the bill rescinds several outdated administrative rules related to commercial fishing operations.