Rep. Phil Green

Maddy summaryHouse Bill No. 4249 proposes to adjust and supplement state funding for various state departments, agencies, the judicial branch, and the legislative branch. It specifically aims to provide funding for ambulance providers. The bill outlines the conditions for the expenditure of these appropriations for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 88 declares May 6-12, 2025, as National Nurses Week in the state of Michigan. This resolution officially recognizes the contributions of nurses across the state.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4027 proposes to amend the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act. The bill would remove a provision that requires local zoning ordinances to be subject to Part 8 of the Clean and Renewable Energy and Energy Waste Reduction Act. This change means that local zoning authorities would no longer be directly bound by this specific part of the state's clean energy law when creating or enforcing their zoning regulations. The bill aims to alter the relationship between local land use planning and state renewable energy mandates.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4028 proposes to eliminate specific state-level provisions regarding the zoning and siting of large-scale solar, wind, and energy storage facilities. The bill achieves this by repealing Part 8 of the Clean and Renewable Energy and Energy Waste Reduction Act (2008 PA 295). This action would remove state authority over the certification and regulation of such facilities, effectively returning primary zoning control to local governments. It also amends the title of the existing act to reflect these changes.

Maddy summaryHB 4029 amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to require the Natural Resources Commission to provide 30 days' notice to specific legislative committees before issuing hunting or trapping regulations. It also states that regulations not issued by June 1 will not be valid until the next hunting season. Additionally, the bill mandates the Department of Natural Resources to clearly describe any rule changes - such as affected areas, species, and duration (capped at 5 years) - and publish these in annual guides and local newspapers for three consecutive weeks in each impacted county. These provisions aim to increase transparency for hunters, anglers, and the public regarding regulatory changes.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4411 amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to enhance cost recovery for littering violations. The bill mandates that courts order individuals convicted of littering to remove the debris and remediate any property damage, or reimburse railroads for these costs if the violation occurred on their property. It also allows courts to order violators to reimburse local community groups or government entities for cleanup and remediation expenses. Furthermore, the bill establishes that violators are civilly liable to property owners or vehicle removers for the reasonable costs of cleanup and property restoration.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment requiring Michigan voters to verify U.S. citizenship before registering to vote or casting a ballot. It directly affects new voters registering after December 18, 2026, who must provide proof of citizenship (like a birth certificate) to election officials or have the Secretary of State verify it using federal records. The amendment mandates the Secretary of State to systematically check citizenship status annually, remove unverified non-citizens from voter files within 60 days of notice, and allow provisional ballots only if citizenship is verified within six days after an election. It also requires annual reports on verification results and removals. The bill does not affect current registered voters.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution No. 73 declares April 2025 as Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month in the state of Michigan. This resolution encourages Michigan citizens to recognize the importance of this month and learn about issues affecting people living with limb loss and limb difference.

Maddy summaryHB 4336 amends Michigan's penal code to create new state crimes related to individuals who are not authorized to be in the United States. The bill establishes felony and misdemeanor offenses for knowingly bringing, transporting, harboring, or encouraging such persons to enter or remain in the U.S. It also creates a felony offense for knowingly hiring ten or more undocumented individuals for employment within a 12-month period. Penalties include fines and imprisonment, with higher penalties for offenses involving commercial gain, serious injury, or death. An exception is provided for religious organizations bringing in volunteer ministers or missionaries.

Maddy summaryHouse Bill 4348 is an appropriations act for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. This bill proposes to allocate, supplement, adjust, and consolidate state funds for various state departments and agencies, as well as the judicial and legislative branches. It includes provisions that establish specific conditions on how these appropriations can be spent and expended. This legislation directly impacts the financial operations and funding levels of numerous state government entities for the upcoming fiscal year.