Rep. Phil Skaggs

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's housing law to update the definition of "urban core cities" for the purpose of the Obsolete Property Rehabilitation Act. By aligning these definitions with the 2000 law, the legislation clarifies which municipalities qualify for specific rules regarding the removal of boarded or abandoned buildings when repair costs exceed the property's value. The changes primarily affect local governments and property owners in designated urban areas, ensuring that stricter standards for expediting rehabilitation or removal apply consistently across the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Next Michigan Development Act to update the legal definitions of specific entities involved in economic development projects. It clarifies who qualifies as an "eligible Act 7 entity," an "eligible Next Michigan business," and a "qualified local governmental unit" by specifying population thresholds, income levels, and geographic criteria. These changes ensure that the rules for forming development corporations and designating districts accurately reflect current conditions for counties, cities, and townships seeking to attract business.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires new single-family homes built on or after January 1, 2025, to have at least 6 kilowatts of power capacity available for electric vehicle charging in dedicated parking spaces. For new multifamily buildings constructed after the same date, the law mandates a minimum of 19 kilowatts of power capacity for every five parking spaces designated for charging. The state's construction codes bureau retains the authority to set higher standards or add additional requirements beyond these minimums. These provisions directly affect home builders, developers, and local building officials who must ensure new residential projects meet the updated electrical specifications.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's liquor control laws to allow the state commission to issue tavern licenses to businesses where less than half of their revenue comes from selling alcohol. Under the new rules, these specific licenses cannot be transferred to another owner or upgraded to a different license type. The change primarily affects establishments that currently operate under strict sales quotas, potentially expanding the number of venues eligible for a tavern license.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a pilot program in Michigan that allows local townships to create a market for buying and selling development rights to protect agricultural land. Under the program, landowners in areas designated as "sending zones" can sell their rights to build at high density to landowners in "receiving zones," who can then use those rights to increase construction intensity on their own property. The state Department of Agriculture and Rural Development will select up to five townships in different counties to test this system, which must be voluntary and based on negotiated prices rather than government condemnation. Townships adopting this program must define specific public benefits, such as preserving open space or managing community growth, and ensure that receiving zones have the necessary infrastructure to support increased development.

Maddy summaryHB 6203 amends the Commercial Rehabilitation Act in Michigan to update definitions regarding property rehabilitation and economic development. The bill clarifies what constitutes "commercial property" and "qualified facilities," which include older buildings, vacant land, and specific types of retail food establishments located in underserved or rural areas. These updated definitions determine which properties and local government units are eligible for tax exemptions and other incentives under the state's commercial rehabilitation program. By revising section 2 of the existing 2005 law, the legislation ensures the program's criteria reflect current economic conditions and zoning realities.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan vehicle code provisions to allow the state transportation department to install and maintain electric vehicle charging ports at specific locations, including rest areas, welcome centers, and park-and-ride sites. Unlike other commercial activities on highway rights-of-way, this initiative does not require local municipalities to pass authorizing resolutions or agree to enforce permit conditions. Any fees collected from these charging stations must be deposited into the state trunk line fund. The legislation also clarifies that existing businesses with long-standing rights on highway rights-of-way are not affected by these new rules.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's school immunization rules to require that parents use specific forms created by the Department of Health and Human Services when requesting medical or nonmedical exemptions. It directly affects parents enrolling children in public or nonpublic schools for the first time or enrolling them in seventh grade for the first time starting in the 2014-2015 school year. The legislation mandates that these exemption requests be submitted on standardized forms rather than allowing alternative documentation, while also maintaining existing requirements for physician statements and religious waivers. Additionally, the bill requires school administrators to report immunization and vision screening data to the state health department using the approved forms by set deadlines each year.

Maddy summaryThis bill simplifies the process for removing public utility easements, paths, or sidewalks from property records in Michigan. Instead of requiring a court lawsuit, it allows these rights to be released if all affected parties, including utility companies, landowners, nearby neighbors, and local government officials, agree in writing. Once this written agreement is recorded with the county register of deeds and filed with the state department, the relinquishment becomes effective without needing judicial intervention. The law applies specifically to easements and public walkways that are part of an officially recorded land subdivision plan.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's dog licensing law by requiring officials who issue dog licenses to inform owners about microchip implantation and registration options. It specifically directs county treasurers, city clerks, veterinarians, and animal shelters to provide this information when processing licenses. The legislation also clarifies the legal definitions of "animal control shelter" and "animal protection shelter" to align with existing state statutes. Ultimately, the bill aims to ensure that dog owners are aware of microchipping services when they renew or obtain their pet's license.