Rep. Mark Tisdel

Maddy summaryHB 4062 restricts lobbying by former Michigan state legislators to prevent potential conflicts of interest. It prohibits former senators or representatives from engaging in paid lobbying activities for two years after leaving office, specifically banning them from spending money or receiving compensation for lobbying that meets the threshold requiring lobbyist registration. The law applies to legislators whose term began on or after January 1, 2025, and violations are punishable by a misdemeanor fine of up to $1,000 or 90 days in jail. This bill directly affects former lawmakers seeking to lobby government officials, aiming to limit immediate post-office influence in policy decisions.

Maddy summaryHB 4063 prohibits former governors, lieutenant governors, and heads of major state departments from accepting payment or reimbursement for lobbying if their activities exceed the threshold requiring lobbyist registration. This 2-year restriction applies to officials whose terms begin on or after January 1, 2025. Violating the ban carries penalties of up to 90 days in jail or a $1,000 fine. The bill targets high-level former officials to limit potential conflicts of interest after leaving public office.

Maddy summaryHB 4350 amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to allow individuals to feed wild birds and other wildlife under specific conditions. This bill permits such feeding if it occurs within 300 feet of a residence and the total amount of feed does not exceed two gallons. It clarifies that this allowance does not apply to activities like baiting for hunting, normal agricultural practices, or feeding conducted in a way that excludes deer and elk. This aims to create limited exceptions for recreational or preventative feeding of wildlife by residents.

Maddy summaryHB 4824 updates Michigan's legal definition of "brand" within liquor regulations. This change directly affects liquor producers and sellers who market products under specific brand names, clarifying how brands are recognized under state law. The bill modifies Section 105 of the 1998 Liquor Code (MCL 436.1105) and adds a new Section 604 to establish clearer rules for brand identification. These changes aim to streamline compliance for businesses without altering existing licensing or sales requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 4187 modifies Michigan's corporate income tax law by adjusting how the tax base is calculated and clarifying revenue distribution. It requires corporations to add back certain taxes and expenses previously deducted for federal purposes (like state taxes or related-party royalties) and eliminates deductions for oil/gas and mineral-related income and expenses. For the 2021-2022 fiscal year, the bill directs $800 million of corporate tax revenue to the Michigan taxpayer rebate fund, while other years’ revenue flows to the general fund. This directly affects corporations operating in Michigan and the state’s budget allocation process.

Maddy summaryHB 5249 creates a new "adaptive care license" for ambulance operations currently licensed only for basic life support (BLS). It allows these operations to gradually upgrade to provide limited advanced life support (ALS) or advanced life support (ALS) services, provided they demonstrate staffing and equipment readiness for higher care levels by January 1, 2025. The license requires annual documentation of progress toward this upgrade, including training and equipment plans, and must be renewed annually alongside the operation's regular license. This applies specifically to ambulance services owned or contracted by local governments that previously provided only BLS for emergency response.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's banking code to allow mortgage brokers, lenders, and servicers to include the terms "mortgage bank" or "mortgage banking" in their business names once a new residential mortgage licensing act takes effect. It creates a six-month grace period after the new licensing law begins for these professionals to use the terms "mortgage banker" or "mortgage banking" without violating existing name restrictions. The legislation also clarifies that only specific types of financial institutions, such as national banks and state-chartered banks, are permitted to use the word "bank" in their names unless their overall business does not imply banking services. This change directly affects licensed mortgage professionals and aims to align naming conventions with future regulatory requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 6190 amends the Michigan Credit Reform Act to update and clarify the legal definitions used throughout the state's financial regulations. The bill specifically revises the definitions for key terms such as "borrower," "regulated lender," and "extension of credit" to ensure they align with current laws and cover various types of lending activities. It also ties the effectiveness of this bill to another piece of legislation, HB 6177, meaning it will only take effect if that companion bill is passed. By standardizing these definitions, the bill aims to provide a clearer framework for how financial institutions and mortgage brokers operate under Michigan law.

Maddy summaryHB 6183 amends Michigan's Tobacco Products Tax Act to strengthen regulations on the sale, distribution, and taxation of tobacco products. The bill requires that all tobacco products sold within the state must be purchased from licensed wholesalers or unclassified acquirers, and it mandates that retailers verify the age and identity of customers for online, telephone, or mail-order transactions. Additionally, the legislation updates record-keeping requirements for license verification and imposes new labeling rules, such as stamping packages with "TOBACCO PRODUCTS" and including specific tax information on invoices. These changes directly affect tobacco retailers, wholesalers, and remote sellers by enforcing stricter compliance measures to prevent underage access and ensure proper tax collection.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Home Rule City Act to allow Michigan cities with specific population thresholds to establish administrative hearings bureaus for adjudicating blight violations. These bureaus would handle cases related to zoning, property maintenance, sanitation, and other local ordinances, with hearing officers required to be licensed attorneys who have completed formal training. The legislation sets limits on the bureaus' authority, such as capping civil fines at $10,000 and prohibiting incarceration, while also outlining procedures for issuing violation notices and accepting admissions of responsibility. Additionally, the bill includes protections for landlords participating in city rental inspection programs, ensuring they receive correction notices and a chance to fix issues before facing penalties unless an emergency exists.