Rep. Jason Morgan

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4436 amends Michigan's occupational safety and health act to protect employees who communicate about workplace safety. The bill prohibits employers from firing or discriminating against an employee who discloses information about an occupational safety practice, workplace hazard, or communicable disease to the employer, other employees, a government agency, or the public. Employers are also barred from requiring employees to sign agreements or follow policies that limit such disclosures, rendering such provisions void. Additionally, the bill prevents employers from taking adverse action against an employee for wearing their own personal protective equipment that offers more protection than employer-provided gear. If an employer takes action within 90 days of a protected activity, it is presumed to be a violation.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4447 proposes to repeal the "Fair and Open Competition in Governmental Construction Act" (2011 PA 98). This existing act currently establishes specific rules and regulations for how competition is managed among contractors for government-funded construction projects. If enacted, HB 4447 would eliminate these state-level provisions governing the bidding and awarding process for public construction work. The repeal would directly impact government agencies, contractors, and workers involved in these projects.

Maddy summaryHB 4438 aims to protect employees in Michigan from retaliation by their employers. It prohibits employers from taking adverse actions, such as reducing pay, denying promotions, or terminating employment, against an employee. This protection applies when an employee raises concerns or criticizes the employer's handling or management of a communicable disease in the workplace. Employees can voice these concerns to the employer, other employees, state agencies, or the public, including through social media. The bill also allows affected employees to file a civil lawsuit for damages or injunctive relief.

Maddy summaryHB 4442 proposes to amend Michigan's Code of Criminal Procedure. The bill aims to establish or modify sentencing guidelines specifically for crimes related to the employment of minors. It directly affects individuals convicted of such offenses by providing updated frameworks for their potential sentences. This is achieved by amending section 14b of the existing criminal procedure code.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4463 amends the Michigan election law to require the Secretary of State to periodically review voter registration application instructions. This review must take place at least once before each even-year general November election. The purpose is to ensure the instructions clearly describe the U.S. citizenship requirement for voter registration and inform individuals who do not meet this requirement that they must not register to vote. In conducting this review, the Secretary of State is mandated to consult with an expert on the usability of election or governmental forms.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4439 amends the Michigan occupational safety and health act to protect employees who refuse to work due to a reasonable belief of exposure to a communicable disease or unsafe condition. This protection applies if the employee first requested the employer to correct the issue, the issue was not corrected, and the employee reported it to the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA). If an employee is not reassigned under these circumstances, the employer must pay their wages for the period the condition remains uncorrected. The bill also creates a presumption of employer violation if adverse action is taken against an employee within 90 days of them engaging in these protected activities.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4446 proposes to repeal the "Local government labor regulatory limitation act" from 2015. This existing law currently places limits on the ability of local governments to regulate labor matters within their jurisdictions. By repealing this act, HB 4446 would remove those limitations, potentially allowing local governments greater authority over local labor regulations.

Maddy summaryHB 4437 amends the Michigan Occupational Safety and Health Act (MIOSHA) to modify civil penalties for workplace safety violations. The bill changes the maximum civil penalty amounts for various violations, such as serious or willful offenses, to be equivalent to federal OSHA penalties. It also requires the state director to initiate administrative rules to update Michigan's penalties to match any changes in federal penalties. This legislation directly affects employers in Michigan by linking potential MIOSHA fines to federal standards.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 92 declares May 2025 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month in the state of Michigan. This resolution formally recognizes Michigan residents who live with asthma and allergies and encourages compassion for those with these conditions.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill No. 4249 proposes to adjust and supplement state funding for various state departments, agencies, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch. It specifically aims to provide funding for ambulance providers. The bill outlines the conditions for the expenditure of these appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025.