Rep. Ron Robinson

Maddy summaryHB 4522 modifies Michigan's vehicle code to require heavy trucks (over 10,000 pounds gross weight) to drive in any lane on freeways with three or more lanes for travel in the same direction, rather than restricting them to the rightmost lanes. This directly affects commercial truck drivers and fleet operators on Michigan freeways. The law specifies exceptions allowing trucks to use the right lane only for left turns, safety reasons, or construction-related lane closures. It also prohibits local governments from creating conflicting lane-use ordinances for these situations.

Maddy summaryHB 4718 requires Michigan insurance companies to file reports with the state about suspected insurance fraud. This directly affects all licensed insurance companies operating in Michigan, mandating them to submit specific fraud reports to the state regulator. The key provision adds Section 4506 to the insurance code, creating a new reporting obligation for insurers. The bill does not change fraud penalties or definitions but establishes a formal process for reporting suspected fraud cases. This is a procedural policy change focused on improving fraud tracking, not on altering consumer protections or insurance rates.

Maddy summaryHB 4664 prohibits blocking state highways during assemblies of individuals, amending Michigan's existing traffic law (MCL 257.676b). It directly affects protesters or assembly participants who obstruct highway traffic, making such obstruction a misdemeanor offense. The key provision adds a specific penalty for blocking highways while engaging in group assemblies, moving beyond general traffic violations. This law clarifies that highway obstruction during protests is a criminal act, not merely a traffic infraction.

Maddy summaryHB 4716 increases criminal penalties for insurance fraud in Michigan based on the amount of fraudulent claims or number of claims involved. It raises maximum prison terms from 4 years to 20 years and fines up to $50,000, with higher penalties for larger frauds (e.g., $100,000+ claims or 100+ claims) or repeat offenses. The law requires courts to order restitution to victims and allows aggregating claims made within any 12-month period to determine penalty levels. This directly affects individuals committing fraud, as well as insurers or practitioners found responsible for fraudulent acts under Michigan law.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Health Care False Claim Act to expand the definition of "health care insurer" to include automobile insurers providing personal injury protection (PIP) coverage. PIP coverage pays for medical expenses after car accidents, and this change brings auto insurers into the same legal framework as health insurers for false claim enforcement. Previously, the law applied only to health insurers and self-insured entities, but now false claims related to PIP benefits will be subject to the same standards. This directly affects auto insurance companies operating in Michigan that offer PIP coverage.

Maddy summaryHB 4714 updates Michigan's sentencing guidelines specifically for fraudulent insurance acts by amending Section 15a of the Code of Criminal Procedure (MCL 777.15a). The bill directly affects individuals convicted of insurance fraud by establishing clearer sentencing standards for these offenses. It modifies existing sentencing structures to provide more defined parameters for judges when determining penalties in fraud cases involving insurance. The changes aim to standardize penalties for this specific crime category within Michigan's criminal justice system. The bill passed the Michigan House on September 16, 2025, with strong support.

Maddy summaryHB 4717 amends Michigan's criminal code by adding insurance fraud to the legal definition of racketeering under MCL 750.159g. This change directly affects cases involving insurance fraud, making it a specific type of racketeering offense rather than a separate crime. The key provision updates the statute to explicitly include insurance fraud within the broader racketeering definition used for prosecution. As a substantive policy change, this alters how such fraud cases are categorized and prosecuted under state law.

Maddy summaryHB 4715 protects individuals and entities that report suspected or confirmed insurance fraud from civil lawsuits, provided they act without malice and do not knowingly provide false information. It extends this immunity to insurers, their employees, private citizens cooperating with fraud investigations, and authorized agencies like the National Insurance Crime Bureau. The bill ensures those filing reports, sharing information, or testifying in fraud cases cannot be sued for libel, slander, or other civil claims related to their good-faith actions. This directly affects anyone involved in reporting or investigating insurance fraud within Michigan’s legal framework.

Maddy summaryHB 4719 amends Michigan's Insurance Code to adjust civil penalties for insurance violations. It increases the maximum fine for knowing violations from $1,000 to $5,000 per violation (capped at $50,000 total) and clarifies that violations include non-compliant filings under specific insurance chapters. The bill directly affects insurance professionals who breach the code, allowing the director to order fines, license suspensions, or cease-and-desist actions. It also specifies that fines under this section can be imposed alongside other penalties like restitution for certain violations.

Maddy summaryThis resolution declares September 19, 2025, as POW/MIA Recognition Day in Michigan. It commemorates Michigan's service members missing in action or held as prisoners of war since World War II, honoring their sacrifice and the state's commitment to finding and repatriating them. The resolution does not create new laws or obligations but serves as a ceremonial observance.