Rep. David Martin

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's property tax laws to clarify how disabled veterans and their surviving spouses qualify for tax exemptions on their homes. It establishes specific criteria for eligibility based on U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs ratings and outlines a streamlined process where exemptions granted after January 1, 2025, remain in effect without needing annual reapplication. The legislation also introduces an audit program to verify eligibility every three years and defines clear rules for prorating tax exemptions when property ownership changes during the year.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution officially designates the week of April 18-25, 2026, as Lineman Appreciation Week in Michigan to honor electrical lineworkers. The measure recognizes the vital role these professionals play in maintaining the state's power grid and responding to emergencies, while acknowledging the hazardous conditions they face. By adopting this resolution, the legislative body aims to publicly express gratitude for the dedication and sacrifice of linemen who keep essential services running for communities across the state.

Maddy summaryHB 4902 repeals a specific provision (MCL 333.18109) from Michigan's Public Health Code that previously allowed certain counselors to obtain a limited license. This change eliminates an existing pathway for counselors to practice under a restricted license. The bill directly affects counselors who might have qualified for this limited license option under the repealed law. The action removes this specific licensing mechanism from state law without creating new requirements or benefits.

Maddy summaryHB 4903 modifies relicensing requirements for licensed professional counselors and limited licensed counselors in Michigan. It simplifies renewal for those applying more than three years after their license expires by allowing them to either retake a national exam (like the National Counselor Examination) or prove they meet certification standards, instead of requiring additional training. The bill also updates verification processes for out-of-state licenses and maintains existing disclosure statement requirements. These changes directly affect counselors seeking to renew expired licenses, particularly those with significant gaps in practice. The bill does not create new requirements but adjusts existing relicensing pathways for greater flexibility.

Maddy summaryHB 4904 eliminates a requirement for licensed professional counselors and limited licensed counselors in Michigan to submit a "professional disclosure statement" when renewing their licenses. The bill amends Section 18114 of the Public Health Code to remove this requirement and repeals Section 18113, which previously defined the disclosure statement's content. This change directly affects counselors applying for relicensure under the existing rules for renewing licenses within 3 years or more after expiration. The bill simplifies the relicensure process by removing this specific documentation obligation.

Maddy summaryHB 5407 expands property tax exemptions for surviving spouses of disabled veterans in Michigan. It modifies existing law to include surviving spouses who receive dependency and indemnity compensation from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (under 38 USC 1310-1318), in addition to those already covered. The exemption applies to homestead property owned by the surviving spouse without requiring reapplication after 2025, continuing as long as they don’t remarry. This directly affects eligible surviving spouses of veterans who died while receiving VA disability benefits.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits local governments in Michigan, such as cities and counties, from creating or enforcing taxes and regulations based on carbon emissions, energy consumption, or vehicle miles traveled. It defines these restricted measures broadly to include fees on greenhouse gases, specific fuel types, and mandatory emissions trading programs. If passed, any existing local rules violating these restrictions would become invalid, and local entities would be barred from using public funds to defend such policies in court. The legislation also allows individuals to sue to stop the implementation of these prohibited local measures and grants them the right to recover legal fees if they win the case.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates April 21, 2026, as Michigan and Taiwan Partnership Appreciation Day within the state of Michigan. It serves as a symbolic gesture to acknowledge the shared democratic values and economic ties between Michigan and Taiwan, while also honoring the contributions of the Taiwanese American community. The measure does not create new laws or alter government operations but instead formally recognizes the existing relationship and mutual benefits between the two regions.

Maddy summaryHB 4901 amends Michigan's Public Health Code to clarify licensing requirements for nurses and speech-language pathologists. It specifies that only licensed professionals can use titles like "registered nurse" (RN), "licensed practical nurse" (LPN), or "speech-language pathologist" (Section 17211 and 17603). The bill maintains a 3-year license cycle for both professions but delays the restriction on "clinical nurse specialist" titles until 12 months after related rules are finalized. This is a technical update to existing licensing rules, not a new policy change.

Maddy summaryThis bill declares April 19, 2026, as Patriots' Day in Michigan to honor the 251st anniversary of the battles at Lexington and Concord. It establishes a specific date for commemoration, aligning Michigan with other states that observe this holiday to remember the start of the Revolutionary War. The resolution requires no new laws or funding and serves only as an official state acknowledgment of the historical event.