Rep. Julie Rogers

Maddy summaryThis bill declares May 2026 as Huntington's Disease Awareness Month in Michigan to highlight the disease and encourage public support. It directly affects residents of Michigan, particularly those impacted by Huntington's disease, by promoting awareness of the condition's symptoms and genetic risks. The resolution serves as a symbolic gesture to remind citizens and medical professionals about the importance of research and support services for this currently incurable neurological disorder.

Maddy summaryThis resolution officially designates May 2026 as Asian Pacific American Heritage Month throughout the state of Michigan. It directly affects state government entities and encourages all citizens to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Asian Pacific American residents. The measure serves as a formal acknowledgment of the community's cultural diversity and historical impact on the state, rather than implementing new laws or funding.

Maddy summaryThis bill declares May 2026 as Foster Care Awareness Month in Michigan to highlight the experiences of children in the foster care system and honor the caregivers who support them. The resolution aims to increase public understanding of the challenges these children face and to celebrate the efforts of foster families, kinship caregivers, and child welfare professionals. By officially recognizing this month, the legislature encourages continued community involvement and support for youth in foster care without changing any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 2026 as Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month specifically within the state of Michigan. The resolution serves as a symbolic declaration to encourage residents to increase public awareness and support for individuals living with these conditions. It does not alter laws, allocate funding, or create new programs, but rather promotes education and prevention efforts through a formal state proclamation.

Maddy summaryHB 5972 requires local governments in Michigan to notify the Secretary of State about specific election-related changes, such as modifications to how winners are determined, shifts between at-large and district-based elections, and plans to remove voters from registration lists. The bill mandates that these notices be submitted within set timeframes and must be posted on the state's website in an accessible format. If a local government fails to provide the required notifications, the Secretary of State must publicly list the violation on the website for at least one year. These new requirements are scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2028, after the Secretary of State consults with relevant organizations and voting rights advocates.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates May 14, 2026, as Hmong Special Guerrilla Units Veterans Remembrance Day in Michigan. It honors Hmong veterans who fought alongside U.S. forces during the Vietnam War and later fled Laos as refugees. The resolution aims to recognize their historical contributions and sacrifices while promoting public awareness of their role in American history.

Maddy summaryHB 5582 limits local zoning rules for multifamily housing and mobile homes in Michigan. It prohibits municipalities from requiring more than one parking space per dwelling unit (including guest spaces) in multifamily residential developments, except where required by the Americans with Disabilities Act. The bill also prevents residential zoning from excluding mobile homes - defined under state law - through aesthetic or material restrictions not tied to public safety. These changes directly affect developers building multifamily housing and mobile home residents in communities governed by Michigan's zoning laws.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Fund to provide disability benefits to specific first responders and public safety workers who develop PTSD from work-related traumatic events. It allows eligible individuals, such as firefighters, police officers, and 911 dispatchers with at least five years of service, to suspend claims against their employers and instead seek compensation from the fund if they meet the criteria. The legislation establishes a legal presumption that the PTSD arose from employment, which can only be overturned by clear and convincing medical evidence proving non-work-related causes or an incorrect diagnosis. Additionally, the bill sets strict timelines for processing claims, requiring hearings within 90 days and decisions within 30 days, while also defining which high-stress situations qualify as traumatic events.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Fund within the state treasury to provide financial support for workers' compensation claims related to PTSD. The legislation establishes the fund's management structure, allowing the state treasurer to invest assets and the director to oversee audits and expenditures for approved claims and administrative costs. It mandates that any unpaid claims be prioritized for payment if the fund runs low and requires the director to notify the legislature if the money is projected to be insufficient within 60 days. Additionally, the bill mandates annual and quarterly reports to the legislature detailing claim statistics, payment amounts, and future cost estimates.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the week of May 10-16, 2026, as Junior Achievement Week throughout the state of Michigan. It directly affects the organization Junior Achievement and the residents of Michigan by formally recognizing the group's efforts to teach financial literacy to students. The resolution encourages all Michiganders to celebrate the organization's work during this specific week and honors the staff who support youth financial education programs.