Rep. Julie Rogers

Maddy summaryHR 122 is a ceremonial resolution declaring May 31-June 8, 2025, as "Great Lakes and Fresh Water Week" in Michigan. It does not create new laws or regulations but formally recognizes the state's connection to freshwater resources. The resolution aims to encourage Michiganders to learn about Michigan’s Great Lakes, rivers, lakes, and groundwater - resources vital to drinking water, industry, recreation, and the environment. It was introduced by Rep. Cam Cavitt and adopted on June 4, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 4520, the "hunger-free campus act," creates a program to designate Michigan college and university campuses as "hunger-free" if they meet specific requirements. It directly affects all public and private institutions of higher education in Michigan, including tribal colleges, by requiring them to establish student-administration task forces, provide SNAP enrollment assistance, ensure access to food pantries or stigma-free food options, and hold hunger awareness events. The bill mandates annual student surveys on food insecurity and requires campuses to develop meal credit donation programs or free food vouchers. The program aims to address student hunger through concrete campus-level actions and partnerships, with the state department overseeing implementation and reporting.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 119) designates June 3, 2025, as "Brain Cancer Awareness Day" in Michigan. It symbolically recognizes the impact of brain cancer - highlighting its high mortality rate, significant costs, and effects on children and young adults - while honoring patients, families, and Michigan's research leadership in brain tumor treatment. The resolution does not create new laws, funding, or policies; it is purely a commemorative statement to raise awareness and acknowledge ongoing efforts. It was introduced and adopted by the Michigan House on June 3, 2025.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4519 designates the stonefly (Pteronarcys sp.) as the official insect of the state of Michigan. This bill creates a new act solely for this symbolic purpose.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 115 is a resolution from the Michigan House of Representatives that urges the President and the United States Congress to fully fund Medicaid. It also calls on federal officials to reject any proposals that would reduce access to care or shift costs onto states, healthcare providers, and vulnerable individuals.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 114 declares May 22, 2025, as Stop the Bleed Day in the state of Michigan. This resolution aims to raise awareness about the "Stop the Bleed" campaign, encouraging Michigan citizens to learn bleeding control measures and promoting the equipping of public places with bleeding control kits.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 116 declares May 24, 2025, as National Aviation Maintenance Technician Day in the state of Michigan. This resolution recognizes the important work and contributions of aviation maintenance professionals in ensuring the safety and reliability of aircraft.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 110 declares May 21, 2025, as Cherry Industry Day in the state of Michigan. This resolution commemorates the significance of Michigan's cherry industry, which is the nation's leading producer of tart cherries, and recognizes its economic and cultural contributions to the state.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 108 declares May 18-24, 2025, as Emergency Medical Services Week in the state of Michigan. This resolution encourages communities throughout Michigan to observe the week with appropriate programs and activities, recognizing the vital public service provided by EMS teams.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 111 is a commemorative resolution that declares May 2025 as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in the state of Michigan. It encourages all citizens to celebrate the contributions of Asian Pacific Americans to the state and the country.