Rep. Phil Green

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's public health code to allow occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice under a national licensure compact. The key provision authorizes individuals who hold a compact privilege from other states to engage in practice within Michigan as if they were fully licensed under state law. By incorporating this compact, the legislation aims to facilitate easier mobility for these healthcare professionals across state lines while maintaining the same professional standards and obligations. The changes apply directly to occupational therapy practitioners and the facilities that employ them, ensuring that out-of-state compact members are recognized and regulated consistently with local licensees.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's no-fault insurance laws to correct cross-references and clarify how benefits are paid in specific situations. It primarily affects drivers, passengers, and their families by updating the rules for claiming personal protection insurance benefits when multiple policies are involved or when traveling in certain vehicles like school buses and ride-share cars. The legislation establishes a clear order of priority for insurers to pay claims in motorcycle accidents and clarifies how benefits are distributed when an injured person is covered by more than one policy. Additionally, it ensures that transportation network company vehicles, such as those used by ride-sharing apps, are properly included in the existing insurance coverage framework.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's no-fault insurance laws to allow health care providers to charge rates established as "payment in full" on June 10, 2019, based on existing contracts with insurers or preferred provider organizations. It also introduces a penalty provision where injured persons can recover twice the amount of overdue benefits if an insurer fails to pay within 120 days of receiving notice of the injury. The legislation clarifies that these penalty amounts do not count toward court jurisdiction limits and prevents insurers from claiming that benefits have been exhausted when a penalty is owed. Ultimately, the bill aims to streamline reimbursement processes and provide stronger financial recourse for medical providers and injured individuals under the state's personal protection insurance system.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's no-fault insurance law to allow physical therapy services to be covered when provided under the supervision of an advanced practice registered nurse. Currently, reimbursement for such services is only required when a licensed physical therapist or their assistant performs the work under a physical therapist's supervision. The change expands the list of qualified supervisors to include nurses with advanced clinical training, provided they hold a valid state license or an equivalent license from another state. This update directly affects personal protection insurance policies and the healthcare professionals who deliver physical therapy to patients.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's recreational trespassing law to clarify when property owners can legally restrict access for activities like hiking, hunting, and trapping. It establishes that entry is prohibited on fenced, enclosed, or posted properties, while maintaining that farm properties and connected wooded areas are always restricted regardless of signage. The legislation also preserves specific exceptions, such as allowing fishermen to cross banks to avoid hazards and permitting individuals to enter to retrieve a lost hunting dog. By defining these rules and the requirements for posting signs, the bill aims to provide clearer guidance on the responsibilities of property owners and the rights of recreational users.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution calls on Heidi Washington, the Director of the Michigan Department of Corrections, to resign due to alleged failures in addressing dangerous working conditions within state prisons. The bill cites severe staffing shortages that have forced officers to work excessive overtime, leading to fatigue, safety risks, and a high rate of vacant positions across multiple facilities. It further alleges that the administration has ignored union concerns, blocked legislative funding for retention and training, and fostered a culture of retaliation against employees who report issues. Ultimately, the measure seeks to hold the director accountable for these conditions without proposing specific policy changes or new laws.

Maddy summaryHB 6039 amends state regulations to require electric utilities to establish worker transition programs that provide training, job placement assistance, and fair wages when restructuring or selling parts of their business. The bill mandates that if a utility sells a division or generating station, the new owner must hire existing workers for at least 30 months and offer comparable pay and benefits before hiring outside candidates. Additionally, the legislation directs the Public Service Commission to create and enforce specific service quality and reliability standards for utilities, including requirements for reporting performance and addressing power outages. These rules aim to protect employees during ownership changes and ensure consistent service levels for customers across the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Brownfield Redevelopment Financing Act to update definitions and clarify how local authorities can capture tax revenue to fund redevelopment projects. It expands the definition of "blighted" property to include specific conditions like fire hazards, disconnected utilities, and properties owned by land banks, while also detailing how to calculate taxes based on wage payments during construction. Additionally, the legislation provides exemptions for certain special millages and establishes clearer rules for what activities count as eligible environmental improvements under a brownfield plan. These changes aim to streamline the process for municipalities and state agencies to redevelop contaminated or underutilized sites by ensuring they have access to specific funding mechanisms.

Maddy summaryThis bill restricts how retailers display co-branded alcoholic beverages next to non-alcoholic items like snacks or toys that feature cartoons or youth-oriented images. Stores with a sales floor larger than 2,500 square feet are prohibited from placing these products side-by-side, while smaller stores may do so only if they post clear signage warning that the items are for adults 21 and older. The law defines co-branded beverages as those sharing a brand name, logo, or packaging with a non-alcoholic drink and directs any fines for violations into a state enforcement fund.

Maddy summaryHB 6040 amends the Michigan Recodified Tax Increment Financing Act to update definitions and clarify rules for local economic development projects. The bill specifically modifies how authorities calculate "captured assessed value" and defines new terms like "catalyst development project" for municipalities with populations over 600,000. These changes aim to streamline the administrative processes for downtown development authorities and ensure consistent application of tax capture districts across different types of municipalities.