Rep. Jason Morgan

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Truth in Renting Act to clarify the legal remedies available to tenants when landlords violate specific rental agreement rules. It allows tenants to sue for terminating their lease, stopping future violations, or recovering damages of $250 to $500 if a landlord fails to fix a problem within 20 days after receiving written notice. The law also permits immediate legal action without prior notice if a landlord has previously been found guilty of the same violation or knowingly ignored the rule. Additionally, the bill ensures that winning tenants can recover court costs and attorney fees while preventing landlords from facing multiple penalties for the same specific clause in their contracts.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's landlord-tenant laws to establish specific deadlines for landlords to begin repairs after receiving written notice of defective conditions. It requires landlords to start fixing life-threatening or health-hazardous issues, such as lack of heat, water, electricity, or mold, within 24 hours, while allowing seven days for appliance repairs and ten days for other problems. The legislation also clarifies that landlords must keep rental properties in reasonable repair and comply with health and safety laws, except when damage is caused by the tenant's intentional or irresponsible actions. Tenants can deliver these notices via email, personal delivery, electronic portals, or text messages, provided the method ensures the landlord actually receives the information.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurance policies in Michigan to cover treatment for pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections. The law specifically mandates that these plans include coverage for therapies such as intravenous immunoglobulin. It applies to all health insurance policies delivered, issued, or renewed within the state, as well as those issued outside the state for Michigan residents. The changes take effect 90 days after the bill is signed into law.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands protections for tenants in Michigan who are victims of violence by allowing them to terminate their rental leases early without penalty under specific circumstances. It modifies existing state laws to require landlords to accept such early lease terminations and to return security deposits promptly when these victims exercise their right to leave. The legislation directly affects landlords and tenants by clarifying the notice requirements and procedures needed to end a lease agreement early due to violence.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's civil procedure laws to strengthen penalties for landlords who unlawfully evict tenants or interfere with their right to occupy a property. It allows tenants to recover three times their actual damages, up to $2,000 or $200 per day, whichever is greater, and permits courts to award additional punitive damages in cases involving violations of court orders, prolonged interference, or repeated misconduct. The legislation also establishes specific exceptions where landlords may legally enter premises, such as when acting under a court order, making necessary repairs, or dealing with deceased tenants after following strict notification and waiting periods. Furthermore, the bill requires that any civil fines imposed for egregious conduct be deposited into the state housing fund.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's landlord-tenant laws to modernize how landlords and tenants communicate regarding security deposits and property damage. It requires landlords to provide contact information for sending notices via email, text messages, or other digital methods, while also mandating that tenants notify landlords of their forwarding addresses within four days of moving out. The legislation establishes specific timelines for landlords to send itemized damage claims and for tenants to respond, allowing these communications to occur through various channels including text messages and email. If a landlord fails to send a damage notice within the required timeframe, the bill treats this as an agreement that no damages are owed, requiring the full security deposit to be returned immediately.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Michigan Strategic Fund to provide more detailed annual reports on its economic development activities to state officials and the public. The key provision mandates that these reports include specific data on every project, such as the number of jobs created or retained, the average salaries of those positions, and the total amount of financial assistance given. Additionally, the bill adds new requirements to immediately notify legislative leaders if a recipient of significant funding files for bankruptcy and to include specific financial metrics for recent investment programs. These changes aim to increase transparency by ensuring the public can see exactly how state funds are used and what results they produce.

Maddy summaryHB 5510 establishes the annual budget for the Michigan Department of State Police for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, authorizing approximately $982 million in total funding. The bill allocates these funds across specific areas such as departmental administration, law enforcement services, forensic science, and training operations, detailing the number of authorized positions and salary costs for each. Money for the agency is drawn from a mix of sources, including the state general fund, various specialized fee funds, federal grants, and interdepartmental transfers. This legislation directly impacts the department's ability to operate by defining its financial resources and staffing levels for the upcoming year.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Michigan's financial regulator to create and submit annual reports on payday lending activity. Starting in October 2025, the report must include details such as the number of lenders, customer counts, transaction volumes, fees, and complaint statistics, broken down by location. The regulator must also publish these reports on its website to make the data publicly accessible. These provisions aim to increase transparency regarding deferred presentment service providers without changing the core rules for how these loans operate.

Maddy summaryThis bill removes specific requirements from Michigan's driver licensing laws that previously barred non-citizens and foreign exchange students from obtaining a driver's license. By deleting the restriction on non-residents, the change allows individuals who are not U.S. citizens to apply for and receive a driver's license if they meet other standard eligibility criteria. The legislation also amends rules regarding license revocation for certain criminal convictions, ensuring these penalties apply consistently regardless of the individual's citizenship status. Ultimately, the bill eliminates a citizenship-based barrier to driving privileges while maintaining existing standards for safety and legal compliance.