Rep. Steve Carra

Maddy summaryHB 4559, the "Promotion of Governmental Services Act," requires Michigan state agencies and local governments (like counties or cities) to stop using the word "free" when advertising services funded by taxes, fines, or fees. Instead, they must use the phrase "taxpayer funded" in all promotional materials. The bill directly affects how government entities market services such as public libraries, parks, or community programs that cost residents nothing out-of-pocket. This change aims to clarify that these services are supported by public money, not truly cost-free. The bill is currently in committee after being introduced on June 5, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 4552 prevents Michigan health authorities from creating stricter rules that would exclude unvaccinated students from school outside of epidemics. It specifically blocks the Department of Health and Human Services from promulgating rules allowing school exclusion based on lack of vaccination documentation, except during disease outbreaks. The bill preserves existing exemption processes for medical or religious reasons, prohibiting new requirements or forms for these exemptions. This directly affects schools, health departments, and families seeking vaccine exemptions under current law.

Maddy summaryHB 4553 strengthens Michigan school immunization requirements by prohibiting schools from accepting less stringent exemption rules than state standards. It requires children enrolling in public or nonpublic schools (or entering grade 7 for the first time) to submit one of three documents: a physician’s immunization statement, a parent/guardian religious exemption form, or a physician’s compliance-in-progress statement. The bill also mandates annual reporting of student immunization and vision screening status (for kindergarten) to health departments. It directly affects all Michigan schools, parents/guardians of enrolled students, and local health departments responsible for data reporting. The bill is tied to companion legislation (HB 4552) and is currently in committee referral.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to Michigan's budget rules (Article IX, Section 28), directly affecting how the state sets annual spending limits. It replaces current spending caps with a new formula tying budget growth to inflation, population changes, and voter-approved revenue increases. Any state revenue exceeding this calculated limit must be refunded to taxpayers via law. The amendment modifies how the legislature calculates yearly spending authority, requiring excess funds to flow back to citizens rather than remaining in the state budget.

Maddy summaryHB 4066 requires Michigan public schools to designate interscholastic athletic teams as "female," "male," or "coeducational" based on biological sex. It prohibits male students from participating in teams designated exclusively for females and protects schools from complaints or penalties for maintaining such single-sex teams. The law allows students or schools harmed by violations to seek legal remedies, including damages. It defines "sex" as biological sex listed on an individual's original birth certificate issued at or near birth. This bill directly affects public school districts, students, and athletic associations in Michigan.

Maddy summaryHR 112 is a House Resolution that urges the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to officially condemn the use of the expression "8647." The resolution specifically cites a social media post by former FBI Director James Comey on May 15, 2025, which included this code. It asserts that "8647" is commonly used to imply malicious intent, specifically an invitation of violence towards the 47th President, Donald J. Trump. If passed, this resolution would formally convey the House's request to the Director of the FBI, the Governor of Michigan, and James Comey.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4502 revises the qualifications for Certified Public Accountants (CPAs) in Michigan, directly affecting individuals seeking this professional certification and those licensed in other states. The bill lowers the educational requirement for aspiring CPAs, allowing them to qualify with an associate degree and at least 60 semester hours of college education, rather than a baccalaureate degree and 150 semester hours. It also adjusts the educational criteria for out-of-state CPAs to be recognized as having substantially equivalent qualifications for practicing public accountancy in Michigan, similarly reducing the required college education to an associate degree and 60 semester hours.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4472 proposes to create the "Developing Effective Policies on Orderly Removal and Transportation (DEPORT) task force" in Michigan. This 15-member task force, appointed by the Speaker of the House, would include state legislators, various law enforcement officers, and local elected officials. Its primary duty is to recommend policies to the legislature that facilitate the deportation of illegal immigrants. The task force would also suggest policies for training local law enforcement on interacting with illegal immigrants and for encouraging cooperation with federal agencies to identify illegal immigrants within the criminal justice system. The task force is temporary, required to submit preliminary and final reports within one year, and then abolished.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4475 proposes to amend the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act to prohibit discrimination based on an individual's vaccination status or whether they possess an "immunity passport." It would prevent state or local governmental entities, private universities, and community colleges from denying services, goods, educational opportunities, healthcare, or employment for these reasons. Employers would also be prohibited from discriminating against individuals in hiring, termination, or terms of employment due to vaccination status. The bill includes specific exceptions, such as for certain child care organizations, federal contractors, and regulated entities whose funding depends on compliance with federal health regulations. Additionally, it allows vaccination requirements for employees in roles with direct exposure to infectious materials or in public health/medical settings where vaccinations are necessary for their duties.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4474 proposes to amend the Michigan Vehicle Code to prohibit the Secretary of State from issuing Real ID-compliant operator's and chauffeur's licenses. This means that individuals in Michigan would no longer be able to obtain driver's licenses that meet federal Real ID identification standards. The bill directly affects Michigan drivers seeking new or renewed licenses and the Secretary of State's process for issuing these documents.