Rep. Jason Morgan

Maddy summaryHB 4048 adds a new sentencing guideline for distributing intimate deepfake sexual images with aggravating circumstances, classifying it as a Class F felony punishable by up to 3 years in prison. This directly affects individuals convicted of disseminating such deepfakes, particularly those with prior offenses under Michigan law. The bill amends sentencing guidelines in Chapter XVII of the Michigan Penal Code to specifically address this crime, establishing a clear penalty framework for courts to apply. It became effective immediately upon the Governor's approval on August 26, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 4789 expands Michigan's "Right to Try Act" to specifically cover personalized experimental treatments based on a patient's genetic data (like gene therapies or custom vaccines). It allows eligible patients with advanced, life-threatening, or severely debilitating illnesses - who have exhausted all FDA-approved treatments - to access these individualized treatments after obtaining written consent from their physician and providing detailed risk disclosures. The bill clarifies that manufacturers aren't required to provide such treatments but may charge for production costs, and it prohibits health insurers from denying coverage solely for recommending these treatments. This affects patients with serious conditions who qualify under the new definition of "individualized investigational treatment" and their healthcare providers.

Maddy summaryHB 4796 would require any armed military force from another state, territory, or district to obtain the Michigan governor's permission before entering the state to perform military duty. This applies to out-of-state military units but excludes U.S. military forces acting under valid presidential authority. The bill amends Michigan's Military Act to add this authorization requirement as a new Section 132. It directly affects military forces from other jurisdictions seeking to conduct training or operations within Michigan. The policy change aims to clarify state authority over military activity on Michigan soil.

Maddy summaryHB 4797 creates a grant program to provide funding to public broadcast stations in Michigan, directly affecting local public radio and TV stations that serve educational, cultural, or civic needs. The bill requires stations to apply with documentation about their local service, financial need, and how funds will maintain public interest programming. It establishes a "public media fund" in the state treasury, appropriating $13 million for fiscal year 2025 to award grants of up to $1.5 million per station for programming, staffing, or infrastructure. The Michigan Department of Education administers the program, prioritizing stations demonstrating commitment to noncommercial, community-focused broadcasting.

Maddy summaryHB 4781 amends Michigan's Whistleblowers' Protection Act to strengthen penalties for employers who retaliate against employees reporting violations. It increases the civil fine for violations from $500 to $2,000 per offense and requires employers to pay triple back wages to affected employees. The bill directly impacts workers who report wrongdoing (whistleblowers) and employers who retaliate, ensuring greater financial accountability. All collected fines must be deposited into the state general fund.

Maddy summaryThis resolution urges Congress to create a legal pathway allowing Medicaid patients to sue states that restrict their provider choice, following a Supreme Court ruling that removed this right. It also asks Michigan's health department to monitor state and federal policies affecting access to Medicaid providers, like clinics offering reproductive care. The resolution directly addresses 2.2 million Michigan Medicaid enrollees, particularly low-income, LGBTQ+, rural, and reproductive healthcare patients, who face potential barriers after the Medina v. Planned Parenthood Supreme Court decision. It does not create new law but requests specific actions to protect existing provider-choice policies. The resolution was introduced in August 2025 and referred to the Government Operations Committee.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic House resolution (not a binding law) reaffirming support for the existing 22nd Amendment, which limits U.S. presidents to two terms. It does not change any law or affect any individuals, as the two-term limit has been part of the Constitution since 1951. The resolution states that all presidents since its ratification have respected the limit and rejects any efforts to undermine or weaken the amendment. It is a non-binding statement of congressional support, not a new policy or legislative action.

Maddy summaryHB 4770 bans landlords from charging pre-tenancy fees (such as holding fees, pet fees, or application deposits) before a tenant signs a lease. It allows landlords to charge a maximum $50 rental application fee for background checks, requires this fee amount to be disclosed upfront, and mandates full refunds within 60 days if an application is denied. The bill directly affects landlords and prospective tenants in Michigan rental housing by restricting certain fees and adding transparency. Violations could result in civil fines up to $1,000 for repeat offenses, with courts able to order landlords to pay tenant attorney fees.

Maddy summaryHB 4769 amends Michigan's environmental law to clarify time limits for filing lawsuits related to groundwater contamination cleanup. It sets a specific deadline of July 1, 1994, for recovering costs or damages from contamination that occurred before July 1, 1991. The bill specifically affects property owners, businesses, or government entities involved in pre-1991 contamination cases who may have delayed legal action. This change retroactively clarifies the legislature's original intent, ensuring cases involving older contamination are resolved within this timeframe.

Maddy summaryHB 4081 allows counties and municipalities in Michigan to set higher limits than the current state cap on the number of separate land parcels created when dividing a single property. It amends state law (MCL 560.108) that previously limited most land divisions to 12 parcels. The bill directly affects local governments, developers, and property owners by giving communities more flexibility to manage land use and development density. This change removes the state-imposed cap, enabling local authorities to establish their own parcel limits based on community needs.