Rep. Natalie Price

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to clarify the Department of Environment Quality's responsibilities regarding water resources and pollution control. It explicitly states that the department must protect and conserve Michigan's surface and underground waters, including the Great Lakes, and manage waste disposal impacts. The legislation also outlines the department's role in assisting flood control districts and complying with federal water pollution laws using appropriated funds. A key provision notes that existing rules created before January 1, 2007, will remain in effect unless officially rescinded, while limiting the creation of new rules under specific sections.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the Michigan Campaign Finance Act by clarifying definitions for political terms and expanding reporting requirements for specific nonprofit groups. It formally defines "501(c)(4) organizations" and "527 organizations" as entities that are controlled, directed, or staffed by candidates, elected officials, their appointees, or their family members. Additionally, the legislation provides new definitions for concepts like "election cycle," "honorarium," and "fund raising event" to ensure consistent application of campaign finance rules. These changes directly affect political candidates, public officials, and the nonprofit organizations that interact with them by establishing clearer boundaries for what must be disclosed to the public.

Maddy summaryHB 6149 modifies the Michigan Probate Code to clarify the specific circumstances under which juvenile courts have exclusive jurisdiction over minors under 18. The bill directly affects juveniles involved in criminal cases, dependency proceedings, or situations involving truancy and disobedience by updating the legal criteria for court intervention. Key provisions expand the definition of "specified juvenile violations" to include specific crimes such as possession of a dangerous weapon, escape from a juvenile facility, and certain public health offenses, while also detailing conditions for finding a child dependent due to neglect, abuse, or homelessness. Additionally, the legislation sets stricter requirements for when courts can intervene in cases of school absenteeism or repeated disobedience, ensuring that alternative placements and counseling have been considered before court action. Overall, the bill aims to refine the legal framework governing how juvenile courts handle delinquency and dependency cases to ensure consistent application of the law.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires certain political nonprofits, specifically 527 and 501(c)(4) organizations, to electronically register with the Michigan Secretary of State within 10 days of forming. The registration must include the organization's name, the names of its key leaders, and the elected officials or candidates they support. The Secretary of State will make this information publicly available on their website, while political party committees are exempt from these requirements. Organizations that fail to register face civil fines ranging from $1,000 to $5,000 depending on their financial balance, and individual officials associated with non-compliant groups may also be fined up to $1,000.

Maddy summaryThis bill declares November 2024 as Family Court Awareness Month in Michigan to highlight the importance of child safety and best interests in family court decisions. It aims to raise public and professional awareness about the lasting impacts of these decisions and the need for judges and court staff to use evidence-based practices in handling cases involving domestic violence and child abuse. The resolution emphasizes the importance of training professionals on topics such as coercive control and childhood trauma to ensure impartial decision-making. By designating this month, the bill seeks to encourage collaboration among legislators, advocates, and community members to improve family court practices and protect children.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to remove the state laws that currently make adultery a criminal offense in Michigan. By repealing specific sections of the penal code, it would decriminalize the act of having sexual relations outside of marriage. The change directly affects married individuals who might otherwise face criminal charges for infidelity. If passed, this legislation would eliminate the possibility of prosecution for adultery, leaving the issue to be addressed only through civil means or personal consequences.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires Michigan's Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to notify private well owners and their neighbors within a one-mile radius if testing detects unsafe levels of PFAS chemicals. The law mandates that these notifications include advice on safe water use, information on potential health risks, and details on how to access free, certified water filters. Additionally, the bill establishes a voluntary registry to ensure individuals who might be affected by future testing are informed via email when new tests occur. By adding specific sections to the state's public health code, the legislation aims to improve transparency and provide immediate resources to residents facing contaminated drinking water.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a procedural measure that removes the text of a previous law regarding sentencing guidelines for adultery crimes from the Michigan Code of Criminal Procedure. It does not create new laws, change sentencing rules, or affect any individuals directly. Instead, it simply reflects the repeal of an earlier statute, leaving the current legal framework on this specific topic unchanged.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes changes to how prisoners in Michigan pay for medical, dental, and vision care. It would require inmates who request nonemergency services to pay a copayment fee, with the cost shared by parents or guardians if the inmate is a minor. Additionally, the bill mandates that prisoners who intentionally harm themselves and receive emergency care must pay the full cost of that treatment instead of a copayment. The legislation also directs the state corrections department to decide whether to house self-injuring inmates in facilities equipped for on-site medical care and requires a report on the feasibility and cost of this arrangement within six months.

Maddy summaryThis bill removes the specific example of adultery from the list of crimes included in the standard indictment forms used in Michigan criminal proceedings. By deleting this reference, the legislation updates the state's criminal procedure code to ensure that official legal documents do not cite adultery as a model charge. The change directly affects prosecutors and courts by simplifying the templates for charging documents, though it does not alter the legal status of adultery itself. The bill is contingent on the simultaneous passage of another related measure before it can take effect.