Rep. Jaz Martus

Maddy summaryHB 4431 removes the state law that criminalizes consensual sodomy between adults. By repealing specific sections of the Michigan Penal Code, the bill eliminates the felony charges and potential prison sentences currently available for this act. The legislation does not address bestiality, which remains a separate crime under the law. This change directly affects individuals who engage in private sexual conduct between consenting adults.

Maddy summaryHB 4560 amends the Michigan penal code to update sentencing guidelines for specific crimes involving dangerous drugs, biological agents, and hazardous materials. The bill clarifies penalties based on the severity of outcomes, such as personal injury, serious impairment, or death, and explicitly allows for resentencing under existing laws for individuals currently serving life sentences without parole. By referencing specific sections of the penal code, the legislation ensures that current statutes align with potential future reviews of mandatory life sentences. Ultimately, the bill aims to refine how the state handles cases where hazardous substances cause harm, while preserving the possibility of reconsidering past convictions.

Maddy summaryHB 4559 amends the Michigan Public Health Code to update sentencing guidelines for crimes involving the sale or manufacture of drugs with misleading labels that result in death or serious injury. The bill clarifies that individuals convicted of these offenses under specific intent to kill or cause harm face mandatory life sentences without parole, but it explicitly exempts those cases from mandatory sentencing if they are subject to resentencing proceedings. This legislative change ensures that existing resentencing mechanisms can still be applied to individuals whose cases fall under these new provisions. The bill also includes a provision stating that this section does not prevent individuals from being charged with or punished for other laws violated during the same incident.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan law to update how the state tax commission issues and manages industrial facilities exemption certificates, which provide tax relief for businesses restoring obsolete plants or building new industrial facilities. It clarifies the timeline for issuing these certificates, ensuring that applications submitted before October 31 of a given year can still receive benefits effective on December 31 of that same year, even if paperwork is finalized later. Additionally, the legislation includes specific provisions to retroactively correct past administrative errors and delays, granting tax exemptions to properties that were previously overlooked due to clerical mistakes or late submissions. Local governments and business owners affected by these historical delays will see their exemption certificates officially recognized and adjusted to cover the intended time periods.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates new criminal penalties for assaulting or battering public transit operators, including bus drivers, train conductors, and streetcar operators, while they are performing their duties. The law establishes different punishment levels based on the severity of the attack and whether a weapon is used, ranging from misdemeanors with fines up to $2,000 and jail time up to one year for unarmed assaults causing serious injury, to felonies with potential prison sentences up to eight years and fines up to $8,000 for attacks involving dangerous weapons. The legislation also mandates that transit vehicle owners post signs warning passengers that assaulting an operator can lead to prosecution and enhanced penalties, and it allows for increased charges if the offender has a prior conviction under this specific section.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's corrections code to require the Department of Corrections to create standardized parole guidelines that help the parole board make objective, evidence-based release decisions. The new rules mandate that these guidelines consider specific factors such as the nature of the offense, institutional behavior, prior criminal history, and statistical risk assessments while prohibiting decisions based on race, gender, or other protected characteristics. Additionally, the legislation strictly limits the circumstances under which the parole board can deny parole to individuals who otherwise qualify for release, requiring written justification for any such departures. The bill also establishes a structured review schedule for prisoners denied parole and ensures that those denied based on incomplete programming receive a chance to complete it before being reconsidered.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Crime Victim's Rights Act to ensure that victims of crime receive specific notices regarding their rights during the resentencing of prisoners. It requires prosecutors to inform victims about their ability to submit impact statements detailing physical, emotional, and economic harm, as well as their views on restitution and sentencing. The legislation also mandates that victims be notified about the availability of pre-sentence reports and the details of upcoming sentencing hearings. Additionally, these notification requirements apply to cases involving juveniles, ensuring consistent treatment of victims across different types of criminal proceedings.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's income tax law to reflect the official name change of the "Good Jobs for Michigan" fund. It requires that specific tax revenues linked to certified new jobs be deposited into the renamed fund rather than the old title. Additionally, the legislation mandates that tax returns clearly separate the portion of withheld taxes paid to the state from amounts sent to community colleges or the renamed fund. These changes ensure that financial records accurately describe where the money goes while maintaining the existing rules for how taxes are collected and reported.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to require the fund to submit a detailed annual report detailing its activities and financial assistance programs. The report must include specific data such as the number and average salary of new and retained jobs, the amount of money returned to the fund, and the status of all loans. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the fund immediately notify legislative leaders and relevant committees if any recipient receiving over $500,000 in assistance files for bankruptcy. The bill also requires an annual audit by the auditor general to assess the fund's ability to meet its obligations and makes these reports and audits available to the public online.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to establish a new program called the High-Wage Incentive for Regional Employment in Michigan fund. It authorizes businesses that create certified new jobs to receive payments from this fund based on captured withholding taxes, provided they meet specific performance conditions. The legislation outlines procedures for issuing annual certificates to eligible businesses, requiring the fund to process payment requests within 90 days, and mandates that businesses forfeit funds if they fail to maintain their job creation commitments. Additionally, the bill creates a separate fund account that retains its balance year-to-year and requires the fund to publish details about payments and recipients on its website. The bill includes a provision stating that it will not take effect unless a related Senate bill is also enacted into law.