Rep. Matt Maddock

Maddy summaryHB 4213 eliminates restrictions on concealed carry in specific locations by removing existing prohibitions from Michigan's concealed carry law. The bill removes restrictions that previously barred licensed concealed pistol permit holders from carrying in places like schools (with a parent drop-off/pick-up exception), child care centers, sports arenas, bars/taverns, places of worship, large entertainment venues (2,500+ seats), hospitals, and college dorms/classrooms. Licensed permit holders would no longer be prohibited from carrying concealed weapons in these locations under this amendment. The bill does not change security requirements for venues that choose to prohibit concealed carry (e.g., metal detectors).

Maddy summaryHB 4188 amends Michigan's Vehicle Code to clarify that operating a vehicle "in a careless or negligent manner likely to endanger any person or property, but without wantonness or recklessness" would be classified as a civil infraction. This change directly affects drivers whose behavior meets this specific standard - non-reckless, careless driving - by treating it as a civil matter rather than a criminal offense. The bill modifies Section 626b of the Michigan Vehicle Code (MCL 257.626b) to explicitly exclude cases involving "wantonness or recklessness," which would remain subject to more severe penalties. The amendment is procedural and aims to refine the legal definition of the infraction. The bill was introduced on March 6, 2025, and referred to the Judiciary Committee.

Maddy summaryHB 4190 prohibits physicians in Michigan from performing gender reassignment surgery on minors or prescribing cross-sex hormones or puberty-blocking drugs with the intent of assisting gender transition. The bill directly affects minors under 18 seeking gender-affirming medical care, including hormone therapy or puberty suppression. Exceptions apply only to minors already receiving such treatment before the law's effective date, if the physician documented that stopping treatment would cause harm. The law defines key terms like "gender reassignment surgery" (including genital and non-genital procedures) and "puberty-blocking drugs" to clarify the scope of the prohibition.

Maddy summaryHB 4164 adds new definitions to Michigan's military law to clarify when the Michigan National Guard can be deployed into active combat. It defines "active duty combat" as participating in armed conflict, hazardous service related to conflict abroad, or war-related duties, and specifies that an "official declaration of war" requires a formal act by the U.S. Congress under the Constitution. This bill directly affects Michigan National Guard deployments by requiring state officials to confirm Congress has declared war before sending troops into combat roles. The definitions would guide state officials in determining whether a deployment complies with the law, preventing unilateral state decisions for combat missions.

Maddy summaryHB 4138 amends Michigan's civil procedure code to remove references to the Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) Act, which was repealed. It specifically revises Sections 1908, 2529, and 2559 of the Revised Judicature Act (1961 PA 236) to eliminate exemptions and provisions that previously applied to ERPO-related cases. This change affects court procedures for service of process and filing fees, ensuring the code no longer includes outdated references to the repealed ERPO law. The bill makes no new policy changes to fees or procedures - only aligns the civil code with the ERPO repeal.

Maddy summaryHB 4139 removes references to "extreme risk protection orders" from Michigan's firearm licensing requirements. Specifically, it amends sections of the state's firearms law (MCL 28.422, 28.422b, 28.425b, and 28.428) by deleting the provision that previously required applicants to disclose if they were subject to such orders. This change directly affects individuals applying for firearm licenses, as they will no longer need to certify whether they are under an extreme risk protection order. The bill does not repeal extreme risk protection orders themselves but modifies the licensing process to exclude this specific requirement. The change reflects the repeal of the Extreme Risk Protection Order Act as noted in the bill's title.

Maddy summaryHB 4140 repeals the 2023 "Extreme risk protection order act" (2023 PA 38, MCL 691.1801-691.1821), which established a legal process for temporarily removing firearms from individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others. The bill does not create new provisions or directly affect any individuals or groups, as it solely removes an existing law. This repeal is contingent on two other bills (HB 4138 and HB 4139) also being enacted into law. The bill was introduced on February 26, 2025, and referred to the Judiciary Committee.

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 summaryThis resolution (HR 28) is a symbolic statement by the Michigan House of Representatives condemning the U.S. Supreme Court's 2015 Obergefell v. Hodges decision, which established a constitutional right to same-sex marriage nationwide. It does not change law but formally opposes the ruling and reaffirms Michigan’s constitutional definition of marriage as exclusively between one man and one woman, as stated in Article I, Section 25 of the Michigan Constitution. The resolution was introduced by Rep. Josh Schriver and referred to the Committee on Government Operations on February 25, 2025. As a non-binding resolution, it has no legal effect on marriage laws or the Supreme Court’s ruling.