Rep. Joe Aragona

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes an amendment to the Michigan state constitution to permanently extend a property tax relief measure for homeowners who sell their primary residences. Currently, selling a home triggers a full reassessment of its value, which often leads to a significant spike in property taxes for the new owner; this change would allow the new owner to keep the lower taxable value established under the existing cap rules. The relief applies only to homes that are continuously owned and used as a principal residence, meaning the tax advantage ends if the property is sold for investment purposes or converted to a non-residential use. By removing the automatic reset of taxable value upon transfer, the bill aims to reduce the financial burden on families moving between primary homes.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HB 4599) amends Michigan's criminal code to address gift card fraud by adding Section 3a to existing statutes (MCL 752.1081-752.1087). It directly affects individuals who commit gift card fraud, such as stealing or selling stolen gift card numbers. The bill creates specific criminal penalties for these offenses but does not provide details on the exact penalties or scope in the given context. The bill passed the House on September 9, 2025, with strong support, and was referred to the Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety Committee. The context provided does not include the specific provisions or who is affected beyond the general fraud focus.

Maddy summaryHB 4598 expands Michigan's Organized Retail Crime Act to specifically address new tactics used in theft. It adds provisions criminalizing the acquisition, alteration, or use of stolen gift cards (subsections i(i)-(iii)), fraudulent wireless device purchases (subsections h), and manipulating fire exit alarms (subsections g) as organized retail crime. The bill makes these acts felonies punishable by up to 5 years in prison, $5,000 fines, or both, and requires offenders to pay restitution to retailers and forfeit stolen merchandise. This directly affects retailers (through enhanced protections) and individuals committing these expanded theft methods, while clarifying that property representation as stolen is sufficient for prosecution.

Maddy summaryHB 4678 allows equipment rental businesses to sell motor fuel directly to customers renting fuel-powered equipment (like generators or construction tools) using two clear methods: a flat fee in the rental contract or a per-gallon charge measured by a certified dispenser. It requires all fuel sales to use a "qualified dispenser" (a 110-gallon or smaller container with precise measurement, safety features, and U.S. DOT compliance) and defines key terms like "qualified equipment renter" (businesses renting fuel-powered tools for over 25% of revenue). The bill specifically targets small rental locations selling under 3,000 gallons annually and ties its implementation to another bill passing first. It updates Michigan's Weights and Measures Act to standardize fuel sales practices for this sector without changing tax rates or creating new fees.

Maddy summaryHB 4679 updates Michigan's Weights and Measures Act to align with current national standards. It revises references to incorporate the 2023 editions of NIST Handbook 130 (for packaging, labeling, and sales methods) and NIST Handbook 44 (for weight/measure device specifications). The bill specifically exempts cottage food operations from including their address on labels if they follow food law rules and are registered with MSU. It also clarifies that motor vehicle repair facilities are not subject to weight-measure oversight for oil sales unless referred by the Secretary of State. These changes primarily affect businesses selling goods by weight, measure, or count, including retailers, food producers, and repair facilities.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's sports betting law to require the state gaming board to collect fingerprints and criminal history records from individuals applying for or holding licenses related to sports betting operations. It expands the scope of background checks to include not only applicants but also current licensees, board employees, contractors, and specific management roles such as sports traders and heads of key departments like fraud, technology, and finance. The legislation mandates that these fingerprints be submitted to state and federal authorities for automated checks against new criminal arrests, with results shared with the gaming board while prohibiting the sharing of these records with private entities.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Internet Gaming Act to require the state gaming board to collect fingerprints and conduct criminal history checks on individuals applying for or holding licenses related to internet gaming. The law mandates that applicants and licensees consent to these background investigations, which include searches by the Department of State Police and the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Specifically, the requirement applies to game dealers, technology staff, supervisors, and high-level executives of gaming suppliers and their parent companies. The bill also establishes that the state police must retain these fingerprints in automated systems to automatically alert the board if any matches are found for new criminal arrests.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Michigan Gaming Control Board to obtain criminal history records and fingerprints for a wide range of individuals involved in the state's gaming industry. The law mandates that applicants for casino, supplier, and occupational licenses, as well as current and prospective employees and contractors, must submit fingerprints for checks with the Department of State Police and the FBI. Additionally, the bill requires the Department of State Police to retain these fingerprints in an automated system to automatically alert the board if new criminal arrests match existing records. The legislation also clarifies that the board cannot share these criminal history results with private entities and allows the state police to charge a fee for conducting these checks.

Maddy summaryMichigan House Bill 5811 mandates that physicians, physician assistants, and advanced practice registered nurses complete one hour of continuing education on nutrition and metabolic health every three years to renew their medical licenses. This requirement applies to all license renewals and must be based on scientifically objective clinical evidence covering topics such as the health impacts of ultraprocessed foods, the benefits of whole foods for reversing conditions like type 2 diabetes and obesity, and methods for counseling patients on lifestyle changes. The bill directs the state health board to create specific rules outlining these educational standards, ensuring that medical professionals receive training on diet, sleep, and exercise as part of their ongoing professional development.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates April 18, 2026, as Champions Day in Michigan to honor the state's historic sports achievements from 1935 and recent successes. The resolution encourages citizens to celebrate the 1935 victories of Joe Louis, the Detroit Tigers, the Detroit Lions, and the Detroit Red Wings, while also acknowledging Olympic gold medalists and the University of Michigan men's basketball team's 2026 national championship. As a commemorative measure, the bill has no legal requirements or funding provisions and serves solely to recognize these athletic milestones.