Rep. Sharon MacDonell

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 12, 2026, as Endometriosis Awareness Day in Michigan to raise public understanding of the condition. It does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the health challenges faced by individuals with endometriosis. The resolution encourages education and support for those affected by the disease without implementing new policies or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's vehicle code to require drivers to pass county road worker vehicles with the same caution and speed restrictions as they must when passing stationary emergency vehicles. It defines road work vehicles as those used for construction, maintenance, or utility work displaying flashing red or amber lights, and updates the legal definitions of authorized emergency vehicles to include these road service vehicles. Drivers must reduce their speed by at least 10 miles per hour and move at least one lane or two vehicle widths away from the stationary vehicle when possible, with penalties including civil fines for violations. The changes apply to all public roadways and align the treatment of road workers with that of police, firefighters, and other emergency responders.

Maddy summaryThis bill expands the legal definition of a work zone to include areas marked by temporary traffic control devices like cones, flares, or vehicles with rotating beacons, ensuring clearer boundaries for construction and road work areas. It strengthens penalties for moving violations in work zones by doubling fines for standard violations and introducing misdemeanor or felony charges when such violations cause injury or death to workers or other individuals. The bill applies these stricter penalties only when the violation involves three or more points and excludes cases where the injured or deceased person was negligent. Like related bills HB 5703 and HB 5704, this legislation requires all three to be enacted together to take effect.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes changes to Michigan's sentencing guidelines for crimes that result in injury or death within work zones. It directly affects prosecutors, judges, and defendants involved in such cases by modifying how sentences are calculated under existing criminal procedure law. The amendment to section 12e of the Code of Criminal Procedure would update the statutory framework governing these specific offenses. The bill is tied with related legislation HB 5702 and HB 5704, indicating coordinated legislative action on sentencing policy.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Michigan residents to create valid wills using electronic signatures and digital records, expanding how people can document their last wishes. It permits wills to be written as readable text records signed electronically, provided they are witnessed by at least two people who can verify the signing process. The legislation also establishes a process for creating certified paper copies of electronic wills, ensuring these digital documents can be properly authenticated and stored. These changes directly affect individuals making wills and the legal professionals who handle estate planning, offering more flexible options for modern technology use while maintaining witness requirements.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 8-14, 2026, as Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week in Michigan to raise public awareness about the disease. It directly affects Michigan residents and supporters of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society by encouraging citizens to learn more about MS and support those living with the condition. The resolution includes a formal declaration of the awareness week and a commendation for the Michigan Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society for its ongoing efforts. This is a symbolic measure that does not create new laws or funding but serves to highlight the importance of MS research and patient support.

Maddy summaryHB 5675 prohibits Michigan utilities from filing rate increase requests earlier than three years after their previous rate case. This rule applies to gas, electric, and steam utilities and aims to prevent overlapping rate applications that could complicate regulatory review. The bill requires utilities to coordinate with the Public Service Commission staff before filing and mandates that the commission notify utilities within 30 days whether their application is complete. If the commission does not issue a final order within 180 days, utilities may implement proposed rate increases with refunds required if the final order is lower than the proposed amount.

Maddy summaryThis resolution recognizes the 150th anniversary of the first telephone call made by Alexander Graham Bell on March 10, 1876, and honors the legacy of innovation it sparked. It acknowledges key milestones in telecommunications history, including the establishment of the Bell Telephone Company, the first telephone switchboard in Michigan, and major long-distance calls that expanded global connectivity. The measure directs the House of Representatives to honor the generations of innovators, engineers, and workers who advanced communications technology and expanded opportunities worldwide.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires nursing homes in Michigan to ensure all unlicensed staff members complete a fall prevention training program. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services will develop and manage this training program in consultation with relevant health agencies. The law applies specifically to unlicensed personnel working in nursing home facilities, mandating they finish the required training. This change aims to standardize fall prevention education for non-licensed staff across the state's nursing homes.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a new process for electing members to the Michigan Public Service Commission, affecting current and future commissioners. It creates new eligibility requirements, including a 12-year term limit and restrictions on financial interests in public utilities, while also defining specific grounds for removal from office. The legislation outlines a nomination system where political parties select candidates at state conventions, with nominees appearing on nonpartisan ballots and a staggered election schedule beginning in 2028.