Rep. Ann Bollin

Maddy summaryHB 4278 designates the state of Michigan as the "Purple Heart State" to symbolically honor military service members wounded or killed while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces. It does not create new laws or affect any policies, programs, or individuals through concrete action - it is purely a symbolic gesture expressing gratitude. The bill’s sole mechanism is renaming the state for this purpose, as stated in its text: "This state is designated as a purple heart state to express gratitude and respect." The bill was introduced on March 20, 2025, and referred to committee, with no further action taken.

Maddy summaryHB 4014 exempts certain family transfers of residential property from a rule that normally resets property taxes to current market value after a sale or transfer. It specifically applies when property is transferred to close family members (such as parents, children, or siblings) through trusts, wills, or inheritances, provided the property isn't used commercially afterward. To qualify, beneficiaries must provide proof of their relationship within 30 days, or face a $200 fine. The bill modifies Michigan’s property tax law to prevent "taxable value" adjustments that would otherwise increase annual property tax bills significantly for these transfers.

Maddy summaryHJR G is a proposed constitutional amendment (not a law) that seeks to remove three education governance bodies from Michigan's state constitution. It would eliminate the state board of education, the superintendent of public instruction, and the state board for public community/junior colleges by amending Article VIII, Sections 3 and 7. If approved by voters, these positions and boards would be abolished, shifting oversight of public education away from state-level governance. This is a procedural constitutional change requiring voter approval at the next general election.

Maddy summaryHR 40 is a non-binding resolution urging the Michigan High School Athletic Association (MHSAA) to update its eligibility rules for female athletes to comply with Executive Order 14201. The resolution states that MHSAA’s current rules, which allow biological males to compete in women’s sports, conflict with the federal executive order prioritizing female-only competition. It argues this noncompliance risks jeopardizing federal funding for Michigan school districts and compromises the safety and fairness of women’s athletic competitions. The resolution was adopted by the Michigan House with 66 yeas, 43 nays, and 1 excused vote on March 12, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 4162 allocates $17.77 billion in state and federal funds for Michigan's K-12 public schools for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, primarily from the state school aid fund and other designated trust funds. It sets a new target per-student funding level of $10,025 and establishes a formula to calculate each school district's foundation allowance based on the previous year's funding, inflation (using the Consumer Price Index), and the target amount. School districts with funding below the target receive adjusted increases, while those above the target see smaller raises tied to inflation. The bill directly affects all public school districts by determining their state funding allocation through this updated formula.

Maddy summaryHR 37 is a symbolic resolution passed by the Michigan House of Representatives to officially recognize March 2025 as Women’s History Month within the state. It does not create new laws or policies but formally declares the month to honor women’s historical contributions to Michigan and the nation. The resolution encourages community participation in events celebrating women’s achievements in fields like science, politics, and education. It directly affects Michigan residents by promoting statewide awareness and reflection on women’s roles in society, without imposing any legal requirements or funding changes.

Maddy summaryHB 4053 creates the "nondisclosure agreement definitions act" by defining a "nondisclosure agreement" as a contract that prohibits a party from disclosing, discussing, describing, or commenting on the agreement or its terms. This bill does not directly prohibit such agreements but establishes definitions for a future law that would address them. It requires the enactment of another bill (HB 4052 or SB 558) to take effect and passed the Michigan House of Representatives on February 25, 2025, with 91 votes in favor.

Maddy summaryHB 4052 prohibits Michigan legislators and their legislative staff from signing confidentiality agreements related to their official legislative work. Any such agreement entered into after the law takes effect would be void. The bill applies to all agreements made, amended, extended, or renewed on or after the effective date, specifically covering work performed in a legislative capacity. It does not affect personal or non-legislative matters.

Maddy summaryHB 4002 amends Michigan's Earned Sick Time Act to clarify eligibility and usage rules for workers. It expands the definition of "family member" to include domestic partners and specifies that employees must work at least 25 hours weekly (averaged over a benefit year) to qualify for sick time. The bill also defines key terms like "benefit year" (a 12-month period for calculating leave) and clarifies that employers with 50+ employees must provide sick time for health, family, or safety needs. These changes aim to make the law's implementation more consistent while maintaining existing requirements for covered workers.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares February 15-22, 2025, as National FFA Week in Michigan. It encourages Michigan citizens to recognize the National FFA Organization's role in supporting agricultural education, youth leadership development, and career preparation for students in grades 7-12. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new laws or allocate funds but formally acknowledges FFA's contributions to agricultural education programs across the state.