Rep. Jay DeBoyer

Maddy summaryHB 4349 allows Michigan cities to contract with private companies for the maintenance or improvement of private roads within their boundaries. This change directly affects cities seeking to partner with outside contractors for road work on privately owned streets, removing a prior restriction. The bill amends the Municipal Home Rule Act (MCL 117.1-117.38) by adding Section 5l, granting cities this new authority. The legislation passed unanimously in the House with immediate effect on September 17, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 4602 amends Michigan's election law to give local election boards (counties, cities, townships, villages, and school districts) direct control over creating test materials for electronic voting systems. It prevents the Secretary of State from restricting local boards' use of different test sources or allowing a single vendor to control test creation. The bill requires transparent, publicly understandable testing procedures that don't rely on proprietary systems, ensuring tests can be replicated without secret methods. This directly affects jurisdictions using electronic voting systems by changing how they verify voting machine accuracy before elections.

Maddy summaryHB 4012 allows ambulances in Michigan to transport injured police dogs or retired police dogs needing emergency veterinary care, provided no human emergencies require immediate transport. It requires a police officer to accompany the dog during transport and defines "retired police dog" as a dog retired due to age or disease after law enforcement service. The bill directly affects police departments, ambulance services, and veterinary facilities by clarifying ambulance protocols for these animals. It amends Michigan's Public Health Code to ensure such transport is permitted under specific conditions without prioritizing human emergencies. The bill passed the Michigan House with 61-43 support in September 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 4853 creates a 50% tax credit for Michigan teachers and school administrators who spend on classroom supplies, effective for tax years beginning January 1, 2026. The credit covers up to $2,000 for single filers or $4,000 for joint filers, directly benefiting educators in public schools, public school academies, or state-approved nonpublic schools. Eligible supplies include books, technology, art materials, lab equipment, and classroom projects. Any credit exceeding the taxpayer’s annual tax bill cannot be refunded. This policy change aims to offset out-of-pocket expenses for educators directly involved in classroom instruction.

Maddy summaryHB 4846 creates a new, faster process for property owners to remove squatters (unlawful occupants) from residential properties without a court hearing. Owners or their agents must submit a verified complaint to the sheriff detailing that the occupant is not a tenant, family member, or owner and has been asked to leave. The sheriff then serves an immediate notice to vacate, removes occupants (possibly arresting them for trespass), and allows owners to change locks with sheriff assistance (at owner cost). Wrongfully removed occupants can sue for triple the fair market rent of the dwelling, plus attorney fees, with courts prioritizing these cases. This procedure does not replace standard eviction processes for lease violations.

Maddy summaryHB 4024 requires public K-12 schools to restrict student access to restrooms and changing areas based on biological sex. This policy directly affects all students in these schools, particularly those whose gender identity does not align with their biological sex. The bill establishes new requirements for schools to enforce this policy, mandating that facility access be determined by biological sex rather than gender identity. It passed the legislature with immediate effect on September 9, 2025, and is now in force.

Maddy summaryHR 160 is a ceremonial House resolution congratulating Pope Leo XIV on his election as the 267th pontiff of the Catholic Church and the first American-born pope. It recognizes his historic significance for American Catholics and commends his lifetime of service, humility, and commitment to pastoral care. The resolution does not enact policy or affect any individuals or groups; it is purely symbolic. It was introduced and adopted by the House on September 3, 2025, with no further legislative action required.

Maddy summaryThis bill would exempt certain ferry companies operating under municipal agreements from Michigan's water transportation rate regulations. Specifically, it modifies a 1921 law to clarify that ferry companies with formal agreements with municipalities can set their own rates and fares without needing state approval from the Department of State Police. The change directly affects ferry operators in cities that have formal contracts with them, removing the requirement to file schedules of rates with the state. This is a procedural adjustment to the existing regulatory framework, not a new policy.

Maddy summaryHB 4781 amends Michigan's Whistleblowers' Protection Act to strengthen penalties for employers who retaliate against employees reporting violations. It increases the civil fine for violations from $500 to $2,000 per offense and requires employers to pay triple back wages to affected employees. The bill directly impacts workers who report wrongdoing (whistleblowers) and employers who retaliate, ensuring greater financial accountability. All collected fines must be deposited into the state general fund.

Maddy summaryHB 4046 designates a specific segment of US-31 in Grand Traverse County (between Three Mile Road and Bunker Hill Road) as the "Trooper James E. Boland Memorial Highway." This procedural bill amends Michigan's highway naming statute to honor Trooper James E. Boland through a permanent memorial designation. It has no policy or funding mechanisms - only renaming a public roadway. The bill took immediate effect upon approval by the Governor on August 15, 2025.