Rep. Carrie Rheingans

Maddy summaryHB 5492, the "regulating automatic license plate readers act," sets rules for private entities operating automatic license plate reader (ALPR) systems, requiring them to preserve captured license plate data for 14 days when law enforcement or a criminal defendant requests it with a specific written statement. The bill prohibits using the data as evidence in court if disclosure would violate the act, mandates data destruction after 14 days if not used, and allows individuals to sue for violations and recover at least $1,000 in damages or actual damages plus legal fees. Vehicle owners' data is protected from public disclosure without consent, except under a court order or warrant, and cannot be accessed by law enforcement without a warrant or specific preservation request.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 234) urges the Trump-Vance Administration to stop making threats against Denmark regarding Greenland. It directly addresses U.S. officials, emphasizing that Greenland is an autonomous territory within Denmark (recognized under international law) and that any political change must come from Greenlanders freely, without coercion. The resolution calls for diplomacy based on respect for sovereignty and international law, rather than threats or military pressure, to protect NATO alliance unity. As a symbolic resolution, it has no legal effect but expresses congressional concern about actions undermining U.S. alliances and international norms.

Maddy summaryHB 5454 prohibits the use of perchloroethylene (PCE) in dry cleaning solvents in Michigan, directly affecting dry cleaning businesses, manufacturers, and sellers. The bill bans manufacturing PCE solvents after December 1, 2031; selling them after June 1, 2032; and using them after December 1, 2032. It creates a state fund to provide grants and resources for dry cleaners transitioning to safer alternatives, including cost-share programs and a buy-back program for existing PCE products. The Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy will administer the fund and cost-share program. Violations could result in civil fines up to $10,000.

Maddy summaryHB 4277 amends Michigan's health licensing law to remove all questions about applicants' mental health from license applications, except for two specific questions already required: whether an applicant poses a risk to patient safety and whether they can perform essential job functions. This change affects health professionals seeking initial licensure or renewal, including doctors, dentists, and nurses. The bill prohibits the department from including any additional mental health inquiries on application forms. It directly simplifies the licensing process by limiting mental health disclosures to the two existing questions.

Maddy summaryHB 4355 amends Michigan's Code of Criminal Procedure to clarify when peace officers (including those from water/sewage authorities) can pursue individuals who violated laws within their jurisdiction into neighboring areas. It specifically expands authority for officers of "qualified authorities" (like water districts under 1955 PA 233) to stop and detain people who violated state laws, rules, or ordinances within their service boundaries and then flee outside those boundaries. The bill does not create new policies but adjusts jurisdictional rules for enforcement, affecting officers from cities, counties, public airports, and water/sewage service providers. It remains neutral, focusing only on the procedural change to officer authority.

Maddy summaryThis bill's title incorrectly references water supply, but the actual text amends Michigan's law restricting disclosure of law enforcement statements (2006 PA 563). It defines "involuntary statement" as information compelled by a law enforcement agency through threats of job loss or sanctions. The bill would protect such compelled statements from disclosure, applying to officers employed by state police, county agencies, cities, universities, and other specified entities. This directly affects law enforcement officers and agencies by limiting how their compelled statements can be used in legal proceedings.

Maddy summaryHB 4354 amends Michigan's Law Enforcement Standards Act by updating the definition of "adjudication of guilt" to include specific scenarios like probation under certain statutes or assignment as a youthful trainee. This change directly affects law enforcement agencies, standards commissions, and officers when determining eligibility for employment or certification under state law. The bill modifies Section 2 of the act (MCL 28.602) to clarify that convictions, pleas, or related court orders - such as those involving probation or youth diversion programs - count as "adjudication of guilt." It does not create new policies but ensures consistent application of existing standards. The amendment focuses on precise legal definitions, not water supply systems as inaccurately noted in the title.

Maddy summaryHB 4352 is a technical amendment to Michigan's 1955 water supply authority law (MCL 124.281 et seq.), modifying specific sections of the statute to update administrative procedures. It directly affects municipal water systems operating under this law by adjusting how they function as "municipal authorities." The bill does not create new policies or funding but revises existing legal language for clarity and alignment. As a procedural update, it requires no new approvals beyond standard legislative review.

Maddy summaryHB 5432 is a supplemental appropriations bill that allocates additional state funding for multiple departments, agencies, and the legislative branch for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. It provides specific monetary amounts to cover budget gaps or new needs identified during the fiscal year, with conditions on how the funds may be spent. This bill directly affects state government operations by ensuring funding continuity for essential services and programs across various agencies. As a procedural funding measure, it does not change policy but adjusts financial resources for existing government functions.

Maddy summaryHB 5431 allocates supplemental funding for Michigan public schools, primarily targeting districts affected by drinking water emergencies. It provides $10 million from the state school aid fund and $4.8 million from the general fund (2025-2026) for districts with at least 4,500 students (or 2,600+ post-2016) in cities with declared water emergencies, to hire staff like nurses and mental health workers and provide related services. The bill also allocates $12.5 million for educator talent programs through intermediate districts. All funds require reporting on service usage and must be expended by 2030.