Rep. Matt Hall

Maddy summaryThis resolution establishes a seven-member select committee within the Michigan House of Representatives to examine the rules and procedures of the Board of State Canvassers and the Bureau of Elections. The committee will be composed of five members from the Republican Caucus and two from the Democratic Caucus, with leadership roles designated by the Speaker of the House. It is granted the authority to subpoena state agency records, administer oaths, and investigate private entities involved in matters before it. The group's primary duties include conducting oversight, gathering facts on current practices, and potentially reporting findings or favorable bills back to the full House.

Maddy summaryHB 4350 amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to allow individuals to feed wild birds and other wildlife under specific conditions. This bill permits such feeding if it occurs within 300 feet of a residence and the total amount of feed does not exceed two gallons. It clarifies that this allowance does not apply to activities like baiting for hunting, normal agricultural practices, or feeding conducted in a way that excludes deer and elk. This aims to create limited exceptions for recreational or preventative feeding of wildlife by residents.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution honors the memory of Fred Durhal Jr., a former Michigan state representative who passed away, by formally recognizing his life and public service. The document details his career as a legislator, community leader, and advocate for Detroit residents, noting his various leadership roles and legislative contributions. It expresses the House's condolences to his family and directs copies of the tribute to be sent to them as a final mark of respect.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a tribute resolution honoring the memory of Michael A. Lahti, a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives who served Michigan's western Upper Peninsula from 2007 to 2010. It formally recognizes his life achievements, including his long career in business, his extensive local public service, and his dedication to his family and community. The resolution expresses the House's condolences to his surviving family members and requests that copies of the document be sent to them as a lasting sign of respect.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new Hospital Cost Review Board within the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs to oversee hospital functions and manage financial assessments. The board will consist of five members appointed by the governor, representing the executive branch, the House of Representatives, and the Senate, with specific qualifications in healthcare policy, business, or finance. Its primary duties include regulating certain hospital activities, administering grants, and imposing assessments on specific hospitals, all while operating under rules that ensure transparency and impartiality. The legislation directly affects nonprofit and qualified hospitals in the state by creating a formal oversight body to review their operations and financial practices.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution urges the Governor of Michigan to take actions that support and speed up the Brandon Road Interbasin Project, which aims to stop invasive Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes. The bill asks state officials to work closely with the federal government to ensure timely reviews and approvals, and it requests that the House be informed of any additional steps needed to move the project forward. By expediting the construction of underwater barriers, the measure seeks to protect Michigan's economy and environment from potential ecological damage caused by the carp. The resolution does not create new laws but serves as a formal request to state and federal partners to coordinate efforts and avoid further delays.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution offers a formal tribute to honor the memory of former Representative James McBryde. It acknowledges his service and expresses the collective sorrow of the House membership following his passing. The measure does not establish new laws or policy changes but serves as a ceremonial recognition of his contributions.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution formally honors the memory of Terry London, a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Michigan. The text acknowledges his 12 years of congressional service and highlights his background in the Navy and private industry. Adopted unanimously by the House, the resolution serves as a symbolic tribute to his life and contributions to St. Clair County.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States founding on July 4, 2026. It recognizes the historical significance of the Declaration of Independence and the establishment of federalism. The resolution serves as a formal acknowledgment of these foundational principles without creating new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHR 244 is a House resolution urging Congress to pass the SAVE Act (H.R. 22), which would require states to verify U.S. citizenship for federal election voter registration. The resolution references the SAVE Act’s key provision: requiring documentary proof of citizenship - such as a passport, birth certificate, or REAL ID-compliant ID - during registration, including through driver’s license offices or mail-in forms. It also mandates states to use DHS data to remove non-citizens from voter rolls and establish processes for resolving citizenship disputes. As a resolution, HR 244 itself does not change law but formally advocates for the SAVE Act’s adoption.