Rep. Kristian Grant

Maddy summaryHB 5584 allows duplexes to be built in any zoning district where single-family homes are permitted, directly affecting homeowners, developers, and local governments in Michigan. The bill requires local governments to treat duplexes the same as single-family homes for permitting and prohibits them from imposing restrictions that would prevent duplex construction - such as minimum unit size requirements, excessive parking mandates, or stricter design rules. It specifically bans requirements like lot coverage limits, setbacks, or height restrictions that would make duplexes impractical, while allowing reasonable, non-discriminatory rules. This policy change aims to increase housing options by making duplex development more accessible in single-family neighborhoods.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's medical assistance program to streamline how people sign up and renew their coverage. It requires the state to use a faster enrollment method for minors and adults under 21, allowing the use of existing data from food and cash assistance programs to determine eligibility. The legislation also permits the state to automatically renew coverage for eligible individuals and gives the department authority to expand these data-driven methods to more people in the future. By relying on electronic records, the bill aims to reduce the paperwork and time needed for both initial applications and periodic eligibility checks.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes adding a new section to the Michigan state constitution to guarantee every person an inherent right to a clean environment, including clean water, air, and soil. It establishes that the state and all its agencies must act as trustees for natural resources, which are declared the common property of all people, including future generations. The amendment would require the government to protect these rights equitably for everyone regardless of race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, or location, and it allows citizens to directly enforce these rights in court. If approved by voters, this change would legally bind the state to conserve and maintain natural resources while preventing any actions that infringe upon environmental rights.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes the creation of a select committee to investigate the Interlochen Center for the Arts and its connection to Jeffrey Epstein. The committee would be tasked with examining the relationship between the arts center and the individual, potentially leading to further inquiries or recommendations. The measure is currently under consideration by the Michigan House of Representatives and has been referred to the Committee on Government Operations.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution calls on the Department of Justice to investigate every individual named in the Epstein files, regardless of their political affiliation. The measure responds to the release of millions of documents and a previous statement by the Acting Attorney General that no further federal prosecutions would occur. It urges the government to distinguish between victims, active participants, and those merely mentioned to ensure accountability for all potential perpetrators. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws but formally requests that the Justice Department take action on this specific matter.

Maddy summaryHB 5104 amends Michigan's Medical Marihuana Facilities Licensing Act (2016 PA 281) by revising Sections 102 and 402. The bill text provided only includes definitions of terms like "licensee," "affiliate," and "applicant" (e.g., clarifying ownership requirements for applicants), but does not specify the substantive policy changes or new provisions. Without the actual text of the amended sections detailing the "sanctions against former licensees" or the "certain circumstances" referenced in the title, a factual summary of the bill's policy impact cannot be provided from this context. The bill was introduced on October 22, 2025, and referred to the Committee on Regulatory Reform.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates March 12, 2026, as Endometriosis Awareness Day in Michigan to raise public understanding of the condition. It does not change laws or allocate funding but serves as a symbolic gesture to highlight the health challenges faced by individuals with endometriosis. The resolution encourages education and support for those affected by the disease without implementing new policies or regulations.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution calls on Congress to investigate individuals linked to Jeffrey Epstein and require them to testify under oath. It directly affects high-profile figures across technology, finance, real estate, and government who have been implicated in Epstein's criminal network. The resolution asserts that current Department of Justice actions have failed to protect survivors or fully disclose information, citing concerns over redacted names and unredacted photos of victims. It seeks to use congressional authority to compel testimony from those who participated in or covered up Epstein's crimes. The measure was introduced in March 2026 and referred to the Committee on Government Operations.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's unclaimed property law to change how long pore space compensation payments must be held before being considered abandoned. It extends the waiting period from three years to ten years specifically for compensation related to underground geologic pore space use. The change applies to owners of such compensation who have not claimed their payments within the extended timeframe. This legislation is part of a package of related bills that must all pass for any of them to take effect.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes adding new sentencing guidelines to Michigan's Code of Criminal Procedure specifically for violations related to carbon sequestration. It would amend an existing section of state law to establish how courts should determine penalties for these environmental offenses. The legislation directly affects prosecutors, judges, and defendants involved in carbon sequestration cases by creating a structured framework for sentencing. This change aims to ensure consistent legal treatment for violations of carbon sequestration regulations.