Rep. Will Bruck

Maddy summaryHB 4183 increases the motor fuel tax rate and expands the types of fuels subject to the tax under Michigan law. It directly affects motor fuel sellers (like gas stations) and consumers through higher costs for gasoline and other taxed fuels. The bill amends Section 8 of the 2000 Motor Fuel Tax Act (MCL 207.1008) to implement these changes, which became law immediately upon approval by the Governor on October 7, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis resolution ceremonially recognizes physical therapy professionals in Michigan by designating October 2025 as Physical Therapy Month. It encourages all Michigan residents to learn about physical therapy benefits, express gratitude to practitioners, and explore how the field supports community health. The bill has no binding policy changes or funding provisions - its purpose is purely symbolic recognition of the profession's role in healthcare. It directly affects Michigan residents and physical therapy practitioners by highlighting their contributions during a designated month.

Maddy summaryHB 4834 is a procedural bill that revises Michigan's 1945 Aeronautics Code (MCL 259.2 et seq.) by amending 21 existing sections and adding a new Section 89c while repealing Section 36. It updates the legal language and structure of the code without creating new policy or directly affecting specific individuals or entities. The bill focuses on administrative and technical corrections to the state's aviation regulatory framework. As a code revision, it primarily impacts state agencies and aviation-related entities governed by this statute. The bill is currently in committee referral stage after its first reading and committee review.

Maddy summaryHB 4835 amends Michigan's law enforcement standards act to update the legal definition of "law enforcement officer." It specifically adds airport law enforcement officers (appointed by public airport authorities) and clarifies that certain other roles - like public safety officers at community colleges and conservation officers - also qualify under this definition. The bill directly affects these officers, ensuring they fall under the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards' requirements for training and certification. This is a definitional update, not a policy change, and affects who must meet the state's law enforcement standards.

Maddy summaryHB 5062 allows veteran organizations to conduct charity games using video charity game dispensers instead of traditional paper tickets. It changes how proceeds are allocated: 45% to the organizing veteran group, 5% to statewide veteran organizations (if the group is a member), and 50% to a new "charity game veterans fund" for Michigan veterans programs. The bill also creates a separate "Michigan charity gaming service fund" to cover dispenser costs. This directly affects veteran organizations conducting charity games and modifies revenue distribution from these events under Michigan's bingo act.

Maddy summaryHB 4522 modifies Michigan's vehicle code to require heavy trucks (over 10,000 pounds gross weight) to drive in any lane on freeways with three or more lanes for travel in the same direction, rather than restricting them to the rightmost lanes. This directly affects commercial truck drivers and fleet operators on Michigan freeways. The law specifies exceptions allowing trucks to use the right lane only for left turns, safety reasons, or construction-related lane closures. It also prohibits local governments from creating conflicting lane-use ordinances for these situations.

Maddy summaryHB 5043 amends Michigan's Marihuana Act to clarify and update definitions related to industrial hemp. It specifically revises Section 3(f) to define "industrial hemp" as cannabis plants or products with a THC concentration of 0.3% or less on a dry-weight basis, and Section 3(i) explicitly states that industrial hemp is excluded from the definition of "marihuana." This change directly affects hemp businesses, regulators, and consumers by ensuring products meeting the 0.3% THC threshold are legally classified as hemp, not marijuana, under state law. The bill makes no new regulatory requirements but aligns existing definitions with current standards.

Maddy summaryHB 5048 creates special vehicle registration plates in Michigan for specific military service groups. It allows eligible veterans, survivors, and family members to apply for plates featuring unique identifiers: "EX-POW" for prisoners of war or spouses, "WWI" for World War I/Cold War veterans (defined as 1945-1991), "Pearl Harbor survivor," "Purple Heart" with medal vignette, "Gold Star Family" (for families of fallen service members), and "Blue Star Family" (for families of currently serving members). Applicants must provide proof of eligibility to the Secretary of State, with no application or renewal fees required. These plates are displayed on vehicles and expire annually, with standard registration taxes applying except for the "EX-POW" plate for one vehicle per household.

Maddy summaryHB 5040 creates a state licensing system for businesses processing consumable hemp products, such as edibles, beverages, or infused items containing nonintoxicating cannabinoids (e.g., CBD products that don’t cause intoxication). Businesses must apply for a license by providing detailed operational information, including key personnel details and location specifics, and pay required fees. Licenses are valid for one year with renewal options but may be denied for incomplete applications, business locations in dwellings, unpaid fees, or false statements. The bill repeals an older law (2014 PA 547) and establishes a dedicated fund for hemp-related activities.

Maddy summaryHB 5042 clarifies definitions and technical requirements in Michigan's Industrial Hemp Growers Act. It specifically defines key terms like "acceptable THC level" (using measurement of uncertainty to ensure samples meet the 0.3% delta-9-THC limit) and "compliance monitoring testing facility" (lab standards for federal drug agency registration). The bill directly affects hemp growers, testing labs, and state regulators by standardizing how THC testing is conducted and reported. These changes ensure consistent compliance with state hemp regulations and align testing protocols with federal requirements.