Rep. Sharon MacDonell

Maddy summaryThis non-binding resolution (HR 168) urges the Trump-Vance Administration to stop what it describes as "partial nationalization of Intel Corporation" and to avoid further government takeover of private businesses. It calls for preserving "free market capitalism" by preventing federal intervention in private enterprises, specifically citing Intel as an example of threatened private-sector independence. The resolution has no legal effect - it is a symbolic statement expressing opposition to government ownership of companies, not a policy change. It was introduced on September 10, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 167) symbolically declares September 13, 2025, as "Recovery Day" in Michigan. It honors recovery community organizations and individuals managing substance use disorders, recognizing their long-term support efforts. The resolution does not create new laws or funding; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment. It specifically references Michigan's context, noting that only about 127,600 of 638,000 residents with substance use disorders receive treatment, while recovery organizations provide ongoing, cost-effective support. The resolution was adopted on September 10, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 4362 requires law enforcement to share missing senior or vulnerable adult reports with local police, broadcasters, and newspapers, which must then broadcast a public alert with the person's description and relevant details. The state will establish a system using existing wireless emergency networks to send text alerts directly to mobile devices in the affected area. This alert system can only activate after law enforcement completes a report and receives approval from the state police. The bill creates a standardized process to rapidly disseminate information about missing individuals, aiming to improve public awareness and search efficiency.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 164) addresses the July 2025 detentions of 16 Hmong and Laotian refugees in Michigan by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), who were unexpectedly taken into custody during routine check-ins and later deported to Laos without adequate notice or due process. It demands federal transparency regarding the legal basis for these detentions, urges ICE to provide timely legal counsel and family notification for detainees, and calls for case-by-case reviews of individuals with strong Michigan ties. The resolution specifically highlights concerns about rapid transfers across facilities and the lack of a U.S.-Laos repatriation agreement requiring travel documents. It is directed to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Michigan’s congressional delegation, seeking improved oversight and humane treatment.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares September 2025 as Deaf Awareness Month in Michigan. It directly recognizes Michigan's deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing community (approximately 7.4% of the state's population) and aims to raise public awareness about their experiences and contributions. The resolution is symbolic, highlighting the historical significance of September (commemorating the 1951 World Congress of the World Federation of the Deaf) and promoting inclusivity without creating new laws or funding. It does not impose any requirements or change existing policies.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates August 31, 2025, as Overdose Awareness Day in Michigan. It symbolically recognizes the overdose crisis - highlighting that 2,826 Michiganders died from overdoses in 2023 - and aims to promote awareness of substance use disorders, which the resolution notes affect over 48 million Americans. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal state acknowledgment to honor victims and reduce stigma.

Maddy summaryHB 4827 amends Michigan's Consumer Protection Act to require businesses to clearly disclose automatic renewal terms in consumer contracts. It specifically mandates that companies must prominently state conditions for free trials or services, such as how to cancel before charges apply, to prevent misleading consumers. This directly affects subscription-based businesses, app providers, and any service using automatic renewal clauses. The key provision requires transparent, upfront disclosure of renewal mechanics - like pricing, timing, and cancellation steps - before consumers agree to the contract. This change aims to reduce unexpected charges by ensuring consumers understand renewal terms from the start.

Maddy summaryHB 4826 requires businesses selling services or goods with automatic renewal provisions to clearly disclose key terms in consumer contracts using 14-point type. This includes details on renewal periods, pricing changes (like after free trials), cancellation procedures, and a method to cancel easily (e.g., website link or toll-free number). Businesses must also send electronic reminders 30-60 days before renewal and provide 30 days to cancel after notice. The law applies to most consumer contracts but excludes telecom/broadband services regulated by the Michigan Public Service Commission and certain insurance contracts. It aims to prevent surprise charges and make cancellation straightforward for consumers.

Maddy summaryHB 4817 names a specific segment of I-75 in Troy (between Long Lake Road and Square Lake Road) as the "Specialist 4 Keith Lavoie Memorial Highway" to honor a military veteran. This bill amends Michigan's memorial highway law (2001 PA 142) by adding a new section designating this highway portion. The change is purely ceremonial with no policy, funding, or regulatory effects. It directly affects the highway signage and public recognition in that Troy location.

Maddy summaryHB 4818 amends Michigan school district bonding rules to clarify what bond proceeds can fund. It prohibits using bonds for technology-related expenses like software upgrades, training, maintenance, consumables (e.g., ink, toner), or repairs outside warranties. School districts can still use bonds for physical infrastructure - such as building construction, buses, athletic fields, or facility upgrades - but only for the initial purchase and setup of technology hardware and software, as narrowly defined in the bill. The amendment also requires independent audits of bond spending within 120 days of project completion.