Rep. Mike Harris

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to establish a refund system for permit applicants if the state department fails to approve or deny their applications within the statutory deadline. Under the new provisions, the department must pay applicants 15% of the application fee or the first periodic charge if processing delays occur, except in specific cases where the application is automatically treated as approved. The legislation also clarifies rules for extending processing times, requires written decisions based on specific evidence and scientific principles, and mandates that the department notify legislative committees if it repeatedly misses processing deadlines. Additionally, the bill ensures that applicants facing delays due to departmental inaction cannot be discriminated against and must have their applications processed in the correct sequence.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to exempt the construction and maintenance of certain residential ponds from state permitting requirements. It directly affects homeowners and property owners who wish to build small, noncommercial ponds on residential or agricultural land. The key provision allows for the excavation or construction of ponds under one acre in surface area, provided they are used for residential purposes and meet specific conditions outlined in the legislation. This change removes the need for a permit for these specific residential pond projects, simplifying the process for property owners while maintaining oversight for larger or commercial water structures.

Maddy summaryHB 5046 modifies Michigan's foreclosure law to clarify the process for recording deeds after a property sale and streamline how homeowners can redeem their property. It requires that deeds from foreclosure sales be recorded with the county register of deeds within 20 days, and if not recorded on time, the redemption period begins when the deed is filed. The bill specifies the exact redemption amount homeowners must pay (including the bid price, interest, and fees) and mandates that purchasers provide an affidavit detailing this amount and the redemption deadline. This affects homeowners seeking to reclaim their property, buyers at foreclosure sales, and county offices responsible for property records.

Maddy summaryHB 5045 amends Michigan's Housing Development Authority Act to clarify procedures for redeeming foreclosed properties. It requires sellers to record deeds within 20 days of a sale, specifying redemption timelines and interest accrual starting from the recording date (not the sale date). Property owners or their heirs can redeem land within six months by paying the bid amount plus interest, with the register of deeds handling redemption documentation and fees. The bill directly affects property owners seeking redemption, purchasers of foreclosed properties, and county registers of deeds managing these transactions. These changes aim to streamline redemption processes and reduce confusion in housing foreclosure cases.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to expand managed care options for Medicaid recipients, giving them a choice among contracted health plans while ensuring access to primary care and preventive services. It requires new enrollees to schedule an initial appointment with a primary care provider within 60 days and mandates that the department track plan compliance with this requirement. The legislation also establishes financial incentives for providers and enrollees to encourage the use of high-value services, promote generic prescriptions, and detect fraud, while allowing telemedicine from out-of-state providers. Additionally, the bill outlines a performance bonus system for health plans based on specific health equity and outcome targets, and sets rules for automatically moving individuals out of skilled nursing facilities after 45 days of care.

Maddy summaryThis bill extends the state of energy emergency in Michigan by an additional 77 days, effective July 1, 2026. The measure allows the sale of E15 fuel in several counties where current regulations previously restricted it to lower vapor pressure gasoline. By suspending these fuel requirements, the extension aims to increase fuel supply options and help manage rising gas prices for consumers and businesses. The resolution requires approval from both the House and Senate before being sent to the Governor.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's Social Welfare Act to clarify that certain substance use disorder programs exempt from licensure are eligible to provide medically necessary acute detoxification and inpatient care for opioid use disorder. The change updates section 109 of the Social Welfare Act to explicitly include these exempt programs alongside licensed facilities in the list of approved providers for substance use disorder treatment services. The amendment does not alter existing requirements for licensed facilities but ensures that unlicensed programs meeting specific criteria can access Medicaid funding for these services. The bill is tied with HB 5729 and was introduced in March 2026 by Representative Mike Harris.

Maddy summaryThis bill would amend Michigan's Child Custody Act to establish a presumption that equal or approximately equal parenting time with both parents is in a child's best interest. It requires courts to inform parents about joint custody options and the presumption of equal time during custody disputes, and specifies that "joint custody" means either shared decision-making for important child welfare matters or equal physical time with each parent. The bill also clarifies that joint custody does not affect child support obligations, which remain based on each parent's resources and the child's needs. This applies directly to parents involved in custody cases and judges handling such cases under Michigan law.

Maddy summaryHB 5213 requires Michigan's Friend of the Court offices to provide parents with an informational pamphlet explaining the legal presumption of equal or approximately equal parenting time in child custody cases. This pamphlet must detail the presumption as outlined in Michigan's Child Custody Act (MCL 722.26a), alongside information about joint custody options. The bill amends existing law to ensure parents receive this specific information early in domestic relations proceedings. It directly affects parents involved in custody disputes who interact with the Friend of the Court system. The change focuses on informing parents of their rights, not altering custody standards.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to clarify the deadline by which the Department of Environmental Quality must request changes to wetland permit applications. Specifically, it states that the department cannot require changes to an application after a site visit occurs once the application has been deemed administratively complete. The legislation also outlines specific application fees based on project size and type, ranging from $50 for general permits to $2,000 for major projects like filling large wetlands or building new golf courses. Additionally, the bill provides for fee refunds if a permit is denied or found unnecessary and allows for conditional permits in emergency situations to protect public safety. These changes directly affect individuals and organizations seeking permits to develop or use wetlands in the state.