Rep. Angela Rigas

Maddy summaryHB 5288 requires the Michigan Strategic Fund to comply with the federal Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), which prohibits goods made with forced labor from Xinjiang, China. This means the fund must ensure that any economic development project it finances - such as industrial, commercial, or agricultural initiatives - does not involve products linked to forced labor. The bill amends the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to add a new section (7c) mandating this compliance for all fund-supported projects. It directly affects the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and any businesses receiving strategic fund assistance.

Maddy summaryHR 244 is a House resolution urging Congress to pass the SAVE Act (H.R. 22), which would require states to verify U.S. citizenship for federal election voter registration. The resolution references the SAVE Act’s key provision: requiring documentary proof of citizenship - such as a passport, birth certificate, or REAL ID-compliant ID - during registration, including through driver’s license offices or mail-in forms. It also mandates states to use DHS data to remove non-citizens from voter rolls and establish processes for resolving citizenship disputes. As a resolution, HR 244 itself does not change law but formally advocates for the SAVE Act’s adoption.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 242) designates February 6, 2026, as "Reagan Day" in Michigan to commemorate the birthday and legacy of former President Ronald Reagan. It is a symbolic observance with no binding legal effect, intended to honor Reagan's leadership, emphasis on liberty, and alignment with Michigan's values of innovation and hard work. The resolution encourages schools and communities to reflect on Reagan's contributions to American history and inspire civic engagement. It does not impose new requirements or affect any individuals, policies, or funding.

Maddy summaryHB 4361 requires Michigan electric utilities to establish worker transition programs for employees during restructuring events, such as ownership transfers of divisions or facilities. It mandates that new owners must first hire existing non-supervisory workers and maintain their wages and benefits for at least 30 months, with dispute resolution mechanisms for workplace concerns. The bill also directs the Public Service Commission to set service quality and reliability standards for utilities, including outage response and maintenance, and to review annual reports from utilities on compliance. These changes directly affect electric utility workers, employers, and the Public Service Commission.

Maddy summaryHB 4806 proposes updating Michigan's vehicle code to require that "Children's Trust" license plates be designed with input from the State Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Board. It directs all donations collected from these plates to the existing Children's Trust Fund, which supports children's programs under state law. The bill would affect vehicle owners who purchase these specialty plates and the fund's beneficiaries. The bill depends on companion legislation (HB 4807) passing first, as noted in its enacting section.

Maddy summaryHB 4807 amends Michigan's 1982 Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Act (MCL 722.602 et seq.) by modifying specific sections of the law, including provisions related to definitions, reporting requirements, and prevention programs. The bill directly affects children in Michigan and the state's child welfare systems, including agencies and professionals responsible for child abuse prevention and response. Key mechanisms involve updating statutory language in sections 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, and 12 to clarify or adjust existing requirements. This is a proposed legislative change currently pending committee review, not an enacted law.

Maddy summaryHB 5489 would allow 17-year-olds to apply for medical first responder and emergency medical technician (EMT) licenses in Michigan, provided their application includes parental or guardian consent. It maintains an 18-year-old minimum for higher-level roles like paramedics, emergency medical services instructors, or EMT specialists. The bill amends Michigan's Public Health Code to establish these age requirements for EMS licensure, directly affecting young individuals seeking entry into emergency medical careers. This change requires the concurrent passage of HB 5488 to take effect.

Maddy summaryHB 5486 amends Michigan's Public Health Code to require healthcare providers to report adverse events from vaccines starting January 1, 2027, including specific details like symptoms, outcomes, and medical test results. It directly affects healthcare providers (doctors, clinics, hospitals) who administer vaccines and parents/guardians who may opt out of immunization reporting via written notice. The bill expands the Michigan Care Improvement Registry to include adverse event data while maintaining parental opt-out rights for immunization reporting. Crucially, it prohibits schools and school officials from accessing the registry, reinforcing privacy protections for health records. These changes update existing requirements established in 2023 and 2006, with new adverse event reporting mechanisms taking effect in 2027.

Maddy summaryHB 5490 removes the existing list of prohibited nonnative species from Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act. The bill amends Section 41301 to eliminate specific prohibitions on species like giant salvinia, Asian longhorned beetles, and Eurasian ruffe, which previously required DNR oversight. This change directly affects individuals and businesses that previously had to comply with restrictions on these species. The key mechanism is deleting the defined prohibitions, reducing regulatory authority for the Department of Natural Resources regarding these specific nonnative species.

Maddy summaryHB 5488 lowers the minimum age requirement for licensure as a medical first responder or emergency medical technician (EMT) in Michigan from 18 to 17 years old. It amends Section 20950 of the Public Health Code (MCL 333.20950), specifically changing the age requirement in subsection (2)(a) from "18 years of age or older" to allow 17-year-olds to apply. The bill does not alter other licensing requirements, such as education programs, passing exams administered by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians, or military service pathways. This change directly affects 17-year-olds seeking these emergency medical services roles who previously could not obtain licensure until age 18.