Rep. Peter Herzberg

Maddy summaryThis bill requires operators of battery energy storage facilities in Michigan to implement specific cybersecurity and physical safety measures to protect critical infrastructure. It mandates the creation of risk-based security programs aligned with national standards, along with essential safety features like automatic shutdowns, redundant cooling, and network segmentation. Additionally, operators must develop incident response and disaster recovery plans that outline roles, communication procedures, and coordination with emergency services. Facilities with a storage capacity greater than one megawatt are directly affected by these new requirements, which include a daily civil fine of up to $25,000 for violations. The legislation takes effect 90 days after it is enacted into law.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires data center operators in Michigan to implement security measures that protect against both cyberattacks and physical disruptions. To achieve this, facilities must adopt a risk-based cybersecurity program aligned with national standards like the NIST framework, along with specific safety features such as redundant cooling, manual overrides, and network segmentation. Operators are also mandated to create and maintain incident response and disaster recovery plans that outline communication procedures, restoration priorities, and coordination with emergency services. The legislation applies to qualified data centers as defined by state tax acts and imposes civil fines of up to $25,000 per day for violations.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires public water systems in Michigan to implement security measures against cyberattacks, physical threats, and system compromises. It mandates the creation of risk-based cybersecurity programs aligned with national standards and the use of specific safety features, such as redundant cooling, manual overrides, and network segmentation. Additionally, the legislation obligates these systems to maintain incident response and disaster recovery plans that outline roles, communication procedures, and coordination with emergency responders. Violations of these new requirements are subject to civil fines of up to $25,000 per day, while other violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act remain punishable by existing misdemeanor penalties.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan laws to clarify how golf carts can be used on public roads in smaller communities with populations under 30,000. It allows local governments to permit golf cart operation while setting specific rules, such as requiring drivers to be at least 16 years old, obey traffic signals, and limit speeds to 15 mph. The legislation also establishes a process for counties to block golf cart use in townships due to safety or environmental concerns and outlines conditions under which golf carts may be allowed on certain state highways.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes the creation of a select committee to investigate the Interlochen Center for the Arts and its connection to Jeffrey Epstein. The committee would be tasked with examining the relationship between the arts center and the individual, potentially leading to further inquiries or recommendations. The measure is currently under consideration by the Michigan House of Representatives and has been referred to the Committee on Government Operations.

Maddy summaryHB 5251 requires Michigan's medical assistance program (Medicaid for low-income residents) to cover prescribed pediatric extended care for children. This specifically affects low-income children in Michigan who need specialized, long-term medical care beyond standard hospital stays. The bill amends state law to mandate this coverage under existing rules for pediatric extended care (Part 219A of the Public Health Code). The coverage would apply to children receiving medically necessary care as prescribed by a doctor. The bill is contingent on the passage of companion legislation (HB 5252).

Maddy summaryHB 5252 amends Michigan's Public Health Code to create a new licensing category for "prescribed pediatric extended care facilities," which provide specialized long-term medical care for children with complex health needs. The bill establishes specific licensing requirements for these facilities, including standards for staffing, medical oversight, and facility operations, directly affecting providers seeking to operate such services. Key provisions include adding Part 219A to the code and revising existing sections (20106, 20109, 20115, 20161) to incorporate these new requirements. This change aims to ensure consistent safety and quality standards for pediatric extended care facilities across the state. The bill is currently pending in the House Health Policy Committee.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Consumer Protection Act to prohibit merchants from charging consumers prices that are grossly in excess of what similar products or services cost elsewhere. It directly affects businesses and consumers by establishing clearer rules against predatory pricing practices. The key provision adds a new unfair practice definition that makes it unlawful to charge prices significantly higher than market rates for comparable goods or services. This change aims to protect consumers from price gouging while maintaining the existing framework of consumer protection laws.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Michigan customers to install small, portable solar power systems on their property without needing approval from their electric provider or paying installation fees. It defines these systems as plug-in photovoltaic devices that produce up to 1,200 watts and connect through standard electrical outlets, while protecting providers from liability for any damage caused by customer installations. The law requires customers to notify their electric provider within 30 days of installation using a form developed by the state commission, which must include details like the system's capacity and address. Electric providers cannot require additional equipment or charge fees for these systems, and providers must not approve or reject their use. The bill amends Michigan's Clean and Renewable Energy Act to formalize these rules for small-scale solar generation.