Rep. Morgan Foreman

Maddy summaryThis House resolution calls on Congress to investigate individuals linked to Jeffrey Epstein and require them to testify under oath. It directly affects high-profile figures across technology, finance, real estate, and government who have been implicated in Epstein's criminal network. The resolution asserts that current Department of Justice actions have failed to protect survivors or fully disclose information, citing concerns over redacted names and unredacted photos of victims. It seeks to use congressional authority to compel testimony from those who participated in or covered up Epstein's crimes. The measure was introduced in March 2026 and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's unclaimed property law to change how long pore space compensation payments must be held before being considered abandoned. It extends the waiting period from three years to ten years specifically for compensation related to underground geologic pore space use. The change applies to owners of such compensation who have not claimed their payments within the extended timeframe. This legislation is part of a package of related bills that must all pass for any of them to take effect.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes adding new sentencing guidelines to Michigan's Code of Criminal Procedure specifically for violations related to carbon sequestration. It would amend an existing section of state law to establish how courts should determine penalties for these environmental offenses. The legislation directly affects prosecutors, judges, and defendants involved in carbon sequestration cases by creating a structured framework for sentencing. This change aims to ensure consistent legal treatment for violations of carbon sequestration regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to amend Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to establish a regulatory framework for carbon sequestration activities. It directly affects businesses and entities engaged in carbon capture and storage by creating new legal requirements and oversight mechanisms under the state's environmental laws. The legislation adds a new subchapter to the existing statute to define standards, permitting processes, and compliance obligations for carbon sequestration projects. By integrating these provisions into the broader environmental protection framework, the bill aims to provide a structured approach to managing carbon storage operations within the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's existing pipeline regulations to include carbon dioxide transport while explicitly exempting carbon capture and sequestration projects from oversight. It requires companies building pipelines for oil, petroleum products, or carbon dioxide to obtain approval from the Michigan Public Service Commission, which will review applications for public safety, environmental stewardship, and market conditions. The legislation also clarifies that producers, refiners, and private pipeline operators without public interest involvement remain outside the commission's regulatory authority. By adding new sections to the state's pipeline act, the bill establishes a formal approval process that considers alternative routes and infrastructure options before granting permission for new pipeline construction.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services to create and offer free training for emergency responders, healthcare facilities, and operators involved with carbon dioxide capture, pipeline, and sequestration projects. The training will cover identifying carbon dioxide releases, communication procedures, evacuation protocols, and medical treatment for exposure. The bill also establishes a state fund to finance the training program and provide grants for emergency preparedness equipment, response planning, and related safety measures.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to establish definitions and regulatory frameworks for carbon dioxide capture projects and facilities. It creates new categories of facilities (A through F) based on their type and emission status, and adds specific definitions for carbon dioxide capture, carbon dioxide streams, and environmental justice communities. The legislation clarifies what constitutes air pollution and air pollution control equipment, while also defining fee-subject air pollutants and emissions that may be subject to fees. These changes aim to provide clearer language for regulating air quality and carbon capture activities across different types of industrial and energy facilities in the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents working in Michigan to activate body-worn cameras when interacting with the public, except in private places where individuals expect privacy. The law mandates that these cameras record audio and video of the agents' activities during such interactions and establishes a civil infraction with a fine of up to $500 for non-compliance. Additionally, the bill specifies that agents who fail to pay the imposed fine would be deemed ineligible to work in the state until the debt is settled. The legislation applies specifically to federal ICE agents operating within Michigan's borders and creates a new regulatory framework for their use of recording technology.

Maddy summaryHB 5592 creates a new licensure requirement for freestanding hyperbaric oxygen therapy facilities in Michigan. It directly affects independent medical facilities that provide hyperbaric oxygen therapy, which uses high-oxygen environments to treat specific medical conditions like non-healing wounds. The bill amends Michigan's Public Health Code to establish specific standards and oversight for these facilities, including facility requirements and operational guidelines. This change ensures these specialized treatment centers meet defined safety and quality standards under state regulation.

Maddy summaryHB 5596 amends Michigan's Zoning Enabling Act (MCL 125.3205) to require local zoning ordinances to comply with the Data Center Regulation Act. This change directly affects data center developers and local governments by integrating data center regulatory standards into zoning decisions. The key provision adds the Data Center Regulation Act as a mandatory framework under Section 205(1)(e), ensuring zoning rules align with state data center regulations. This policy change clarifies that local zoning cannot override state data center oversight, streamlining approvals while maintaining regulatory consistency.