Rep. Angela Rigas

Maddy summaryHB 4648 amends Michigan's sentencing guidelines to specifically address crimes against animals by revising Section 33 of the 1927 Code of Criminal Procedure (MCL 777.33). The bill directly affects judges, prosecutors, and individuals convicted of animal cruelty offenses by establishing clearer sentencing parameters for these crimes. Key provisions would revise existing guidelines to create dedicated sentencing ranges for animal-related offenses, moving beyond general criminal sentencing categories. This change aims to provide more consistent legal consequences for harming animals while using plain language to describe the policy adjustment.

Maddy summaryHB 4257 defines key terms related to waste management, specifically for anaerobic digestion byproducts (digestate) and their "beneficial use" in agriculture or construction. It creates five distinct categories of beneficial use (e.g., soil application at agronomic rates, road base, or construction fill) with specific environmental safeguards like runoff prevention and groundwater protection. The bill directly affects waste management facilities, farmers, and construction entities handling digestate or ash by clarifying legal standards for its use. These definitions ensure consistent application under existing environmental rules, requiring materials to meet soil-nutrient balance and pollution prevention criteria.

Maddy summaryHB 4265 modifies reporting and compliance rules for facilities using anaerobic digesters, which process organic waste (like food scraps or manure) to create biogas. It updates existing requirements under Michigan's Solid Waste Act (specifically sections 11506 and 11568) to clarify what data these facilities must report to regulators. The bill directly affects waste processing facilities operating anaerobic digesters, requiring them to follow updated reporting standards. This change streamlines regulatory oversight without altering the core function of these systems.

Maddy summaryHB 4356 amends Michigan election law to establish a procedure for election officials to remove voters from the qualified voter file if they have not voted in two consecutive general elections. This directly affects voters who have not participated in recent elections, potentially impacting their ability to vote unless they re-register or update their status. The bill specifies the exact steps election officials must follow to verify voter inactivity and remove names from the file, ensuring a standardized process across jurisdictions. It does not change voter registration requirements but modifies the method for maintaining accurate voter rolls.

Maddy summaryHB 4434 repeals outdated sections of Michigan's 1927 criminal procedure code that permitted one-person grand juries. This removes archaic provisions (specifically sections 3, 4, 5, 6, 6a, and 6b of Chapter VII) from the law, eliminating historical rules about grand jury composition. The bill directly affects the legal framework governing grand jury procedures in Michigan by removing these obsolete provisions. It does not create new requirements or impact current court operations, as these rules were no longer in use.

Maddy summaryHR 131 is a ceremonial resolution introduced by Rep. Bruck and adopted on June 12, 2025, to honor the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army's founding on June 14, 2025 (marking the 1775 establishment of the Continental Army). It recognizes the Army's historical role in the Revolutionary War, its mission, and its current status as a key military force. The resolution has no legal effect or policy changes - it is purely symbolic, expressing congressional admiration without impacting any laws, funding, or specific groups.

Maddy summaryHB 4011 authorizes the transfer of two specific parcels of state-owned land in Arenac County (totaling ~118 acres) to local governments or land banks for public use. The bill requires that transfers occur at fair market value through competitive sales or direct agreements, with all proceeds (after costs) going to the state. It mandates that transferred land must be used for public purposes like parks, schools, or emergency services - not for-profit ventures - and prohibits charging different fees to the public. The transfer process requires approval from the state administrative board and includes specific deed restrictions to ensure ongoing public access.

Maddy summaryHB 4592 would create a new tax deduction for Michigan taxpayers aged 17 or younger, allowing them to subtract their earned income (such as wages from a part-time job) from their taxable income. This directly affects minor workers in Michigan who earn income through employment. The bill amends Michigan's tax code to add this deduction under existing provisions for other types of income, reducing the amount of income subject to state income tax. The change would lower tax bills for qualifying young workers but does not alter other tax rules or create new government programs. (Note: This bill is currently in committee and has not been enacted.)

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act to clarify that fur harvester license holders may hunt coyotes year-round. It directly affects licensed hunters who hold a fur harvester's license, removing ambiguity about year-round coyote hunting eligibility. The key change updates Section 43531(4) to explicitly permit year-round coyote hunting under the existing license framework, without altering fees or other license requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 4552 prevents Michigan health authorities from creating stricter rules that would exclude unvaccinated students from school outside of epidemics. It specifically blocks the Department of Health and Human Services from promulgating rules allowing school exclusion based on lack of vaccination documentation, except during disease outbreaks. The bill preserves existing exemption processes for medical or religious reasons, prohibiting new requirements or forms for these exemptions. This directly affects schools, health departments, and families seeking vaccine exemptions under current law.