Rep. Nancy DeBoer

Maddy summaryHB 4904 eliminates a requirement for licensed professional counselors and limited licensed counselors in Michigan to submit a "professional disclosure statement" when renewing their licenses. The bill amends Section 18114 of the Public Health Code to remove this requirement and repeals Section 18113, which previously defined the disclosure statement's content. This change directly affects counselors applying for relicensure under the existing rules for renewing licenses within 3 years or more after expiration. The bill simplifies the relicensure process by removing this specific documentation obligation.

Maddy summaryThis House resolution urges the Governor of Michigan to take actions that support and speed up the Brandon Road Interbasin Project, which aims to stop invasive Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes. The bill asks state officials to work closely with the federal government to ensure timely reviews and approvals, and it requests that the House be informed of any additional steps needed to move the project forward. By expediting the construction of underwater barriers, the measure seeks to protect Michigan's economy and environment from potential ecological damage caused by the carp. The resolution does not create new laws but serves as a formal request to state and federal partners to coordinate efforts and avoid further delays.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates April 16, 2026, as National Pathway Day within Michigan to honor students involved in career-focused education programs. The resolution aims to recognize the efforts of educators, employers, and community partners who support these initiatives. By officially naming the date, the bill provides a formal opportunity to celebrate career-connected learning and its role in student success. The measure does not alter existing laws or funding but serves as a symbolic acknowledgment of the state's workforce preparation efforts.

Maddy summaryHB 5340 requires all Michigan state agencies to accept cash payments alongside other payment methods (like credit cards or online payments) without charging extra fees. It directly affects state agencies that collect payments (such as tax offices or license bureaus) and people who pay them, particularly those without access to digital payment options. The bill amends Michigan's Management and Budget Act to mandate cash acceptance as a standard practice, ensuring no additional cost for using cash. This is a procedural change focused on payment accessibility, not a substantive policy shift.

Maddy summaryHB 4388, the "Social Media Regulation Act," requires social media companies with at least 5 million global users to verify the age of Michigan residents applying for accounts and obtain explicit parental consent if the applicant is under 18. It directly affects minors in Michigan and major social media platforms, prohibiting account creation without age verification or parental consent for minors. The law excludes non-social media services like email, direct messaging, news sites, e-commerce, and school-specific platforms (e.g., learning management systems) from its requirements. The bill takes effect 180 days after enactment, mandating social media companies to deny applications that fail these verification steps.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 1-4, 2026, as Great American Prayer Week in Michigan to recognize the Great American Prayer Revival movement. The bill does not create new laws or change government operations but serves as a symbolic declaration honoring the movement's focus on prayer and national unity. It references historical religious revivals in American history to frame the week as a time for spiritual reflection and community engagement. The measure is a ceremonial resolution with no legal effect beyond official recognition of the date.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends definitions within Michigan's Tax Increment Financing Act but does not describe substantive policy changes in the provided text. It revises terms like "alternative energy technology," "certified alternative energy park," and "captured assessed value" used in economic development financing. The context includes definitions but does not specify new mechanisms, affected entities, or concrete policy modifications. Without details on how these definitions will change implementation or outcomes, a policy-focused summary cannot be provided. The bill is currently in committee referral with no further action documented.

Maddy summaryHB 5219 would allow direct farm-to-consumer sales of raw milk and raw milk products in Michigan by amending the Food Law. It defines "direct farm-to-consumer product" to explicitly include raw milk meeting requirements under the 2001 Manufacturing Milk Law, enabling farmers to sell these products directly to consumers on their property. The bill adds new sections (4102a and 4102b) to establish this sales pathway while maintaining existing pasteurization requirements for other sales. This change directly affects farmers producing raw milk and consumers purchasing it directly from farms, without altering commercial milk sales rules.

Maddy summaryHB 5217 would allow direct farm-to-consumer sales of raw (unpasteurized) milk and milk products by dairy producers who comply with specific safety standards under Michigan's Food Law (2000). It amends existing milk regulations to explicitly permit this sale method, provided producers meet requirements in Section 4102a of the Food Law and adhere to the definition of "direct farm-to-consumer producer" from the Food Law. This change affects small dairy farms selling directly to consumers, not restaurants or grocery stores, and maintains existing pasteurization requirements for all other milk sales. The bill requires compliance with state safety protocols but does not alter pasteurization rules for commercial distribution.

Maddy summaryHB 5519 lowers Michigan's individual income tax rate to 3.9% for tax years beginning January 1, 2026, replacing the current 4.25% rate. This change applies to all Michigan residents who pay state income tax on their earnings. The bill amends Section 51 of the Income Tax Act to implement this rate reduction, which follows a temporary 4.25% rate period through 2025. This policy directly reduces the tax burden for individual taxpayers starting in 2026.