Rep. Ranjeev Puri

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Michigan public schools to include one unit of instruction each on the histories of African Americans, Indigenous People, Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and other specific ethnic groups starting in the 2027-2028 school year. These lessons must cover contributions to society, local history including discriminatory policies, and civil rights advancements, with the state superintendent providing guidelines developed with input from relevant cultural centers and experts. School districts have the flexibility to integrate these units into existing lesson plans or offer them as virtual courses, while administrators are tasked with monitoring compliance.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's probate laws to improve how courts handle guardianships and conservatorships for individuals who cannot manage their own affairs. It introduces a new process allowing judges to appoint a temporary guardian for up to six months when immediate action is needed to protect a person's welfare, even if formal notice to all interested parties has not yet been given. The legislation also clarifies the procedures for removing or replacing conservators and allows interested parties to request specific court orders, such as requiring financial reports or adjusting bond amounts. These changes are designed to streamline oversight and ensure quicker responses to situations where a guardian or conservator is not effectively performing their duties.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's legal process for appointing guardians or conservators for individuals who may be incapacitated. It requires courts to inform petitioners about less restrictive alternatives before filing and mandates the appointment of a legal representative for the individual unless they already have one. The legislation also establishes stricter rules for medical evaluations, ensuring that detailed reports on an individual's condition and capacity are shared with relevant parties while keeping the full report confidential from the public record. Additionally, the bill guarantees the right to an independent medical evaluation and outlines specific content requirements for professional assessments.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan laws regarding guardianship and conservatorship to strengthen the rights of individuals facing incapacity proceedings. It requires guardians ad litem, who represent vulnerable people during these hearings, to personally visit the individual and clearly explain their legal rights, such as the ability to contest the petition or limit a guardian's authority over medical decisions. The legislation also mandates that courts provide free legal counsel to indigent individuals who wish to contest a guardianship or request specific limits on a guardian's powers. Additionally, the bill directs guardians ad litem to explore alternatives to full guardianship, such as limited guardianship or patient advocacy designations, and ensures that compensation for these representatives is only granted if they have fulfilled their new reporting duties.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's Estates and Protected Individuals Code to regulate the appointment and duties of professional guardians and conservators. It requires courts to find that no suitable family member or friend is available before appointing a professional and mandates that these professionals submit criminal background checks and post a financial bond. The legislation also establishes strict rules for compensation, requiring professionals to disclose any outside income received for their role, and outlines specific care standards such as maintaining a visitation schedule and ensuring adequate staffing. Additionally, the bill clarifies notification procedures for interested parties and defines the limits on what support staff can do, prohibiting them from making major financial or medical decisions.

Maddy summaryHB 6081 amends Michigan's state income tax law to allow taxpayers to deduct distributions from baby bond trust accounts when those funds are used for eligible education expenses. This change directly affects individuals who have invested in Michigan's 529 college savings plans and are using the money to pay for tuition or other qualified costs. The bill modifies the existing tax code by adding a specific line item that reduces taxable income by the amount of these distributions, effectively providing a tax benefit for utilizing the savings. By aligning the treatment of baby bond withdrawals with other education-related deductions, the legislation aims to simplify the tax process for families saving for higher education.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific section of highway M-11 in Kent County as the "Korean War Veterans Memorial Drive." The affected roadway stretches from the intersection with 3 Mile Road south to the bridge over the Grand River. By amending state highway naming laws, the legislation officially assigns this commemorative name to the route. The change applies immediately and does not alter any traffic rules or funding provisions.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs to conduct regular inspections of barbershops and barber colleges after their initial opening inspection. Under the new rules, a board member or department representative must be permitted to enter these businesses during regular operating hours to verify compliance with state laws and regulations. The provision directly affects barbershop owners, barber college administrators, and the state agency responsible for overseeing these occupations.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's hunting laws to clarify the requirements for minors and adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities who hunt under supervision. It mandates that these individuals must be accompanied by a specific mentor or guardian who meets age and licensing criteria, particularly when the hunter cannot obtain standard hunter safety certification. Additionally, the legislation updates rules for purchasing hunting licenses by requiring proof of prior experience or training for adults born after 1960, while allowing exceptions for apprentice and mentored licenses.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Michigan Strategic Fund to submit an annual report detailing its economic development activities to state officials and the public by April 10 each year. The report must include specific data such as lists of recipients, project types, financial amounts, job creation and retention statistics, salary information, and the status of loans and bankruptcies. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the fund's annual audit be made available online and specifies that bankruptcy notices for major recipients must be shared with specific legislative committees. These changes aim to increase transparency and accountability for the fund's use of taxpayer money in supporting businesses and investments across Michigan.