Rep. John Fitzgerald

Maddy summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (HR 13) introduced by Michigan Representative Jasper Martus and adopted on January 29, 2025. It honors the legacy of former President Jimmy Carter, recognizing his life, presidency, post-presidential humanitarian work through the Carter Center, and receipt of the Nobel Peace Prize. The resolution expresses the Michigan House of Representatives' tribute to Carter's "spirit of humanitarianism" and commitment to "peaceful solutions" and "compassion in governance." It directs that copies be sent to the Carter family as a symbol of Michigan's esteem for his contributions.

Maddy summaryThis resolution condemns President Trump's January 20, 2025, pardons of individuals convicted for crimes related to the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, including 26 people from Michigan. It is a symbolic statement (not a law) expressing disapproval of pardoning those involved in the violent insurrection that injured officers and caused significant damage. The resolution was introduced by Rep. Matt Koleszar and sent to the President and Michigan congressional delegation for acknowledgment. It does not alter legal outcomes or impose new requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 4020 creates a temporary commission to update African-American history curriculum for Michigan K-12 schools. The commission, appointed by the governor and including university representatives, NAACP, and museum staff, must review current standards within 365 days and recommend age-appropriate instruction covering Reconstruction, the Civil Rights Era, and African-American contributions to U.S. development. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, Michigan school districts must provide this instruction, and state assessments will include related questions. The bill mandates curriculum updates to the state board within two years of the commission's recommendations. This directly affects all public K-12 schools in Michigan and their required social studies curriculum.

Maddy summaryThis resolution elects Scott E. Starr as Clerk of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Third Legislature. It directly establishes his appointment to this key administrative role within the House leadership for the upcoming legislative session. The bill is purely procedural, confirming a routine leadership position without altering any laws or policies.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution (not a policy bill) that sets specific start times for the House of Representatives' weekly sessions. It requires daily sessions to begin at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and at 12:00 p.m. on Thursdays, unless the House orders otherwise. The resolution was introduced and adopted on January 8, 2025, by Representatives Posthumus and Fitzgerald. It directly affects the House's internal scheduling but does not change laws, funding, or impact constituents.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution (HR 6) that directs the House Clerk to formally notify the Senate that the Michigan House of Representatives has convened and is prepared to begin its legislative session. It has no policy substance or impact on constituents - it simply follows standard parliamentary procedure to establish communication between the two legislative chambers. The resolution was introduced and adopted on January 8, 2025, as part of routine session setup. It affects no specific individuals or groups beyond the legislative process itself.

Maddy summaryHR 1 is a procedural resolution that establishes the operational rules for the Michigan House of Representatives during the 2025-2026 legislative session. It prescribes standard procedures covering floor access (restricting lobbyists and setting guest policies), officer duties (including the Speaker's administrative responsibilities), meeting schedules, and quorum requirements. The resolution updates existing House rules to govern daily operations, such as attendance protocols, use of the House floor, and the Speaker's authority over administrative spending. As a procedural measure, it directly affects House Members, staff, and officials by defining how the chamber conducts its business.

Maddy summaryThis resolution directs the House Clerk to formally notify the Governor that the Michigan House of Representatives has convened and is prepared to begin its legislative session. It serves as a routine procedural step at the start of each session, confirming the House is assembled as required by the state constitution. The bill does not create new laws or affect any specific groups or policies. It was introduced and adopted on January 8, 2025, as part of standard session opening protocol.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution (not a substantive bill) that formally elects Rachelle Smit as Speaker Pro Tempore of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Third Legislature. It directly affects the House leadership structure by designating her to this role. The resolution was introduced and adopted unanimously on January 8, 2025, with no opposing votes recorded. It does not change laws or policies but establishes a leadership position for the upcoming legislative session.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's medical assistance program to cover the cost of blood pressure monitors for pregnant individuals and those in the postpartum period. Under the new provision, eligible people can receive a monitor designed for pregnancy use and fitted to their specific needs. The change directly affects recipients of state medical aid who are expecting or have recently given birth. By adding this specific item to the list of covered medical services, the legislation ensures these individuals have access to tools for monitoring their blood pressure without additional out-of-pocket expenses.