Rep. Reggie Miller

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Shielding Information for Lawful and Ethical Disclosure Act, prevents Michigan government agencies from sharing large amounts of personal data with federal immigration officials without specific authorization. It defines "bulk disclosure" as transferring data on multiple people without reviewing each case individually and allows such sharing only if a court order exists, the transfer serves a specific law enforcement purpose, or it is immediately necessary to protect health and safety. The law applies to all state, county, and municipal departments and officers, while giving the state attorney general the power to seek court orders to stop illegal data sharing.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a formal appeal process and creates a new Cannabis Licensing Appeals Board to handle disputes involving violations of Michigan's marijuana laws. It directs the state regulatory agency to use a graduated disciplinary system that starts with warnings or citations for minor issues and escalates to fines or license suspensions only for serious offenses like public safety risks or repeated violations. The legislation sets specific rules for how penalties are determined, including a two-year lookback period for prior warnings and a maximum fine of $10,000 or daily gross receipts for each violation. Licensees will receive written notices explaining their right to appeal before facing license suspensions, ensuring due process in enforcement actions.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Michigan Limited Liability Company Act to explicitly prohibit domestic LLCs from spending money to support or oppose candidates, political parties, or ballot issues, while allowing them to continue existing financial obligations and news-related commentary. It also restricts foreign LLCs from engaging in similar political spending within the state, with the added consequence that any such unauthorized spending would be considered invalid and subject to disgorgement. Furthermore, the legislation grants the state administrator the authority to revoke the business license of a foreign LLC that violates these spending restrictions and allows the state to dissolve a domestic LLC that engages in prohibited political expenditures.

Maddy summaryHB 6218 amends the Michigan Business Corporation Act to explicitly prohibit corporations from spending money to support or oppose candidates, political parties, committees, or ballot questions. This new restriction, added as Section 261a, applies to both domestic and foreign corporations operating in the state and declares any such spending invalid. While corporations retain the ability to make donations for charitable, educational, or public welfare purposes, they cannot use funds for direct political advocacy. The bill also outlines penalties for violations, including potential dissolution for domestic corporations or revocation of business authority for foreign ones, and grants the attorney general the power to seek legal remedies to enforce these limits.

Maddy summaryHB 6217 amends the Michigan Nonprofit Corporation Act to clarify and expand the legal powers of nonprofit organizations regarding financial transactions and investments. The bill explicitly allows nonprofits to engage in a broader range of activities, such as lending money, investing funds, and making donations for public welfare, educational, or charitable purposes, provided these actions further the corporation's specific purposes. By adding a new section and updating existing ones, the legislation removes previous restrictions that limited how nonprofits could manage their assets and participate in financial agreements. This change directly affects nonprofit corporations across Michigan, giving them greater flexibility to operate financially without violating state laws.

Maddy summaryHB 6163 amends the Michigan Medical Marihuana Facilities Licensing Act to formally define "marihuana plant waste" and authorize licensed facilities to transport and dispose of it. The bill primarily affects growers, processors, and other licensed entities by clarifying that discarded plant material can be legally moved and discarded rather than being treated as contraband. By updating specific sections of the existing law, the legislation provides a clear regulatory framework for the proper handling of cultivation byproducts within the state's medical marijuana program.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's marijuana regulations to explicitly allow for the transportation and disposal of marijuana plant waste. It defines plant waste as roots, stalks, leaves, and stems intended for destruction through incineration, landfilling, composting, or anaerobic digestion, while clarifying that such waste is not considered hazardous waste. The legislation establishes specific roles for "marijuana disposers," who must be licensed operators or permitted incinerators authorized to receive and destroy this material. By adding these definitions and permissions, the bill provides a legal framework for licensed marijuana businesses to manage and dispose of plant remnants without violating environmental or waste disposal laws.

Maddy summaryThis bill extends Michigan's state of energy emergency from July 1, 2026, to September 16, 2026, to align with a potential federal waiver allowing more flexible gasoline production. The measure directly affects consumers and businesses by aiming to prevent fuel shortages and price spikes that could occur if stricter fuel regulations were reinstated. By keeping the emergency in effect, the state can continue to relax its own fuel requirements while the federal government addresses supply constraints. The resolution takes effect immediately upon July 1, ensuring there is no gap in the emergency declaration.

Maddy summaryHB 6145 requires school districts and intermediate school districts in Michigan to develop and submit five-year capital outlay plans for facility improvements, including new construction and renovations. These plans must be submitted electronically by November each year and will be evaluated based on factors such as safety needs, occupancy rates, sustainability, and projected operating costs. The bill allows districts to opt into this process, which involves a review by the Department of Treasury and the Joint Committee on Oversight Services before any funding is authorized for final design and construction. By establishing these specific criteria and timelines, the legislation aims to bring greater transparency and oversight to how public school districts plan and request funds for building projects.

Maddy summaryThis proposed constitutional amendment requires Michigan's legislature to pass the annual school aid budget bill by July 1 each year. To ensure transparency and accountability, the bill must be publicly available on the legislature's website for at least seven days before a vote, and any amendments must be posted for 24 hours. If the deadline is missed, the salaries of the governor, the Senate majority leader, and the House speaker will be withheld until the bill is enacted.