Rep. John Fitzgerald

Maddy summaryThis bill replaces Michigan's existing money transmission laws with a new framework designed to modernize regulations for businesses that move money on behalf of others. The act requires these companies to obtain a state license and establishes clear rules for protecting customer funds, preventing financial crime, and coordinating with other regulators to reduce unnecessary burdens. Key provisions include standardized definitions for ownership control, specific requirements for maintaining customer security, and updated criteria for financial stability ratings. By repealing the previous 2006 legislation, the bill aims to create a more competitive environment while maintaining strict oversight over money transmission activities.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to create a new funding system that pays certified community behavioral health clinics in advance for their expected costs. The law applies to clinics, nonprofit groups, and private organizations that provide mental health services and meet specific federal and state certification standards. To ensure fair treatment, the bill requires the department to establish rules that prevent retaliation against these providers and creates a process for resolving payment disputes through an independent adjudicator. Implementation of this payment system must be completed by October 1, 2027, but the bill will only take effect if a companion bill is also passed into law.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Sex Offender Registration Act to clarify how certain legal statuses are defined for registration purposes. It expands the definition of "convicted" to include specific juvenile adjudications and orders of disposition for individuals aged 14 or older who would be classified as tier III offenders, while excluding convictions that have been expunged or set aside. Additionally, the legislation updates the definition of "custodial authority" to explicitly cover a broader range of relationships and positions, including specific roles within schools, correctional facilities, and county probation programs where an individual might have access to or authority over a victim. These changes aim to ensure that sex offenders with these specific backgrounds are properly identified and registered under the state's tracking system.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's child care laws to strengthen background check requirements for staff, household members, and license applicants. It establishes specific rules that automatically disqualify individuals from working in child care if they refuse background checks, provide false information, or have convictions for crimes such as child abuse, sexual offenses, domestic violence, and certain felonies involving harm or fraud. The legislation also sets time limits on how long past felony or misdemeanor convictions must have occurred before an individual becomes eligible to work in a child care setting.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's public health code to clarify and expand testing and counseling requirements for individuals charged with or convicted of prostitution and related offenses. It mandates that courts order medical examinations for sexually transmitted infections, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, and HIV for defendants at various stages of the legal process, including arrest, pre-trial release, and after conviction. The law also requires that test results be shared with defendants and health departments for partner notification, while ensuring that counseling and testing services are provided confidentially. Additionally, the bill specifies that victims of sexual offenses can request expedited testing within 48 hours of a defendant's custody or indictment.

Maddy summaryHB 5843 amends Michigan's Probate Code to clarify which specific offenses require a juvenile court to assert exclusive jurisdiction over minors under 18. The bill explicitly lists violations such as certain criminal acts, possession of dangerous weapons, escape from juvenile facilities, and commercial sexual activity as grounds for the court to take immediate control of a case. By updating these definitions, the legislation ensures that the juvenile court system handles cases involving these serious behaviors without interference from other courts. This change directly affects the legal process for minors charged with these specific offenses and their parents or guardians.

Maddy summaryHB 6106 updates Michigan's insurance code to clarify reporting and inquiry procedures for captive insurance companies. The bill requires these companies to submit annual financial reports, actuarial opinions, and audited statements to the state director within specific timeframes, with strict penalties for non-compliance. It also establishes a tiered annual renewal fee structure based on premium volume and allows the director to request additional interim reports or respond to inquiries regarding the insurer's activities. Additionally, the legislation grants the director authority to exempt certain special-purpose captives from specific rules and clarifies that this chapter takes precedence over conflicting sections of the broader insurance code.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's liquor control code to establish a formal server training program and a "responsible vendor" designation for retail alcohol licensees. It requires new or high-risk establishments to ensure supervisory staff complete a curriculum covering intoxication signs, ID verification, and legal consequences, while allowing the state to delegate these training standards to private organizations. Licensees who meet specific criteria, such as having no recent violations of alcohol laws, can be officially designated as responsible vendors after their employees finish the approved training. The legislation also mandates that all servers on duty must have completed this training to remain compliant with state regulations.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's insurance code to update the requirements for Special Purpose Financial Corporations (SPFCs) seeking a limited certificate of authority to transact insurance or reinsurance. It mandates that these entities hold annual management meetings in the state, maintain a local principal place of business, and file specific documentation regarding their insurance securitization transactions with the department of insurance. Additionally, the legislation requires the attorney general to review organizational documents before they become effective and ensures that directors retain personal liability for breaches of loyalty or intentional misconduct.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's public health code to strengthen the regulation of onsite wastewater treatment systems, such as septic tanks, for properties not connected to public sewer lines. It establishes new definitions for various waste systems and grants local health departments expanded authority to inspect, evaluate, and enforce compliance with these regulations. The legislation also clarifies that connecting to an available public sewer system is a priority for public health and safety.