Rep. Brenda Carter

Maddy summaryHB 4693 modifies the licensing fee structure for cosmetologists in Michigan by amending sections 9 and 25 of the State License Fee Act (MCL 338.2209 and 338.2225). The bill directly affects cosmetologists, estheticians, and other licensed beauty professionals who pay state licensing fees to practice in Michigan. It changes the specific fee amounts or calculation methods outlined in the existing law, though the exact fee adjustments are not detailed in the provided text. This is a procedural change to administrative licensing requirements, not a substantive policy shift.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares October 2025 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month in Michigan. It symbolically recognizes the importance of early detection and breast cancer prevention, referencing statistics on diagnoses and mortality rates in the state and nation. The resolution does not create new policies, funding, or requirements - it solely serves to highlight awareness efforts during October 2025 for all Michiganders.

Maddy summaryHB 5066, titled the "Gun Seller Liability Act," creates strict liability for firearms dealers who sell, deliver, or transfer firearms to individuals prohibited from possessing them under federal or state law, if that firearm causes injury, death, or threat. It directly affects licensed firearms dealers (those holding a federal firearms license who sell guns commercially), requiring them to maintain $1 million in liability insurance covering injuries resulting from firearm sales. Key provisions include holding dealers strictly liable for damages when they know or should know a buyer is prohibited, and mandating the insurance coverage for all such sales. The bill does not alter gun ownership laws but imposes financial responsibility on dealers for specific negligent sales.

Maddy summaryHB 5065 requires retail firearm dealers in Michigan to obtain a state-issued license ($250 fee) and renew it annually ($200 fee). It mandates annual training for dealers and employees on firearm safety, identifying illegal sales, and preventing trafficking, with a 70% passing score needed. The bill applies to businesses selling firearms regularly (not occasional sellers of 8 or fewer firearms yearly) and requires federal licensing, age checks (21+), and criminal background checks for staff. Dealers must display licenses prominently and maintain records for four years. The law aims to regulate retail firearm sales through licensing, training, and record-keeping requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 5043 amends Michigan's Marihuana Act to clarify and update definitions related to industrial hemp. It specifically revises Section 3(f) to define "industrial hemp" as cannabis plants or products with a THC concentration of 0.3% or less on a dry-weight basis, and Section 3(i) explicitly states that industrial hemp is excluded from the definition of "marihuana." This change directly affects hemp businesses, regulators, and consumers by ensuring products meeting the 0.3% THC threshold are legally classified as hemp, not marijuana, under state law. The bill makes no new regulatory requirements but aligns existing definitions with current standards.

Maddy summaryHB 5040 creates a state licensing system for businesses processing consumable hemp products, such as edibles, beverages, or infused items containing nonintoxicating cannabinoids (e.g., CBD products that don’t cause intoxication). Businesses must apply for a license by providing detailed operational information, including key personnel details and location specifics, and pay required fees. Licenses are valid for one year with renewal options but may be denied for incomplete applications, business locations in dwellings, unpaid fees, or false statements. The bill repeals an older law (2014 PA 547) and establishes a dedicated fund for hemp-related activities.

Maddy summaryHB 5042 clarifies definitions and technical requirements in Michigan's Industrial Hemp Growers Act. It specifically defines key terms like "acceptable THC level" (using measurement of uncertainty to ensure samples meet the 0.3% delta-9-THC limit) and "compliance monitoring testing facility" (lab standards for federal drug agency registration). The bill directly affects hemp growers, testing labs, and state regulators by standardizing how THC testing is conducted and reported. These changes ensure consistent compliance with state hemp regulations and align testing protocols with federal requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 5047 requires utility providers (including municipal, cooperative, and private electric/gas companies) to automatically enroll eligible customers in winter protection programs. Specifically, it mandates automatic enrollment of senior citizens (65+ or 62+ as of October 2023) starting November 1, 2025, and households with children under 16 starting September 1, 2025. Providers must identify eligible customers using methods like phone calls, mail, or bill inserts, and provide detailed program information via bill inserts 2 months before enrollment. Annual reports on enrollment numbers must be submitted to providers’ governing bodies by April 28 each year, beginning in 2026. The bill amends Michigan’s public utilities code (MCL 460.9o, 460.10t, and adds 460.9x) to implement these requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 5041 amends Michigan's Medical Marihuana Facilities Licensing Act to update references connecting medical marijuana regulations with the Industrial Hemp Research and Development Act. It specifically revises sections of the law (102, 206, 502, and 505) to ensure consistency for licensees who may operate in both medical marijuana and industrial hemp sectors. The bill affects medical marijuana businesses (growers, processors, and provisioning centers) that might also engage in industrial hemp activities under state law. This change clarifies regulatory pathways without altering existing licensing requirements or creating new policies.

Maddy summaryHB 4986 updates tenant protection rules for housing projects managed by city, village, township, or county commissions. It specifically adds "using a unit for any unlawful purpose" (like drug activity) as a valid reason for landlords to end tenancies, aligning with existing court procedures for quick evictions under Michigan law. This directly affects tenants in publicly funded housing programs operated by local governments. The bill clarifies that landlords can only terminate leases for specific, documented reasons like lease violations or unsafe conditions, not arbitrarily. It requires another related bill (HB 4985) to pass first before taking effect.