Rep. Bryan Posthumus

Maddy summaryThis Michigan House resolution (HR 14) establishes a procedure for publicly disclosing details about "enhancement grants" (legislatively directed spending items) before they can be included in budget bills. It requires sponsors to make specific information publicly available online by April 1 each year (May 1 for 2025), including the sponsor’s name, recipient details, project purpose, funding amount, and verification for nonprofit recipients. The resolution also prohibits for-profit entities from receiving such grants and mandates a 14-day public posting period before a bill’s final vote. This rule implements transparency requirements under Rule 52 of the House’s Standing Rules.

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 requires public and nonpublic schools in Michigan to adopt and implement a standardized plan for response terminology starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The law mandates that school boards and directors use consistent language when communicating about safety incidents to ensure clarity across the education system. However, the bill does not take effect unless it is passed together with a companion bill, HB 4096.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates a specific stretch of Interstate 94 in Wayne County as the "Corporal Mohamed Said Memorial Highway." The designated section runs between Oakwood Boulevard and Outer Drive W. By adding this new section to the Michigan Memorial Highway Act, the legislation officially names the road in honor of Corporal Mohamed Said.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Michigan State Police to create a standardized set of response terms and a color-coding system for schools by July 1, 2026. The new rules will guide how public and nonpublic schools, along with local law enforcement, communicate during specific incidents occurring on school property. By establishing a uniform language and visual code, the legislation aims to improve coordination between schools and police when handling emergencies.