Maddy summaryThis bill designates euchre as the official game of the state of Michigan. It creates a new act to formally establish this title in state law. The legislation does not impose any regulations or restrictions on how the game is played, but rather serves as a symbolic designation for the state.
Maddy summaryMichigan House Bill 6287 modifies the state's public health code to streamline how new birth certificates are issued for individuals who have undergone adoptions, established parentage through assisted reproduction, or requested a change in their sex designation. The bill specifies that the state registrar must issue a new certificate when presented with specific legal documents, such as adoption reports or court orders, and restricts additional documentation requirements for sex designation changes to a signed form and any applicable name change order. It also updates procedures for handling name changes on birth records, distinguishing between cases where an addendum is sufficient versus those requiring a completely new certificate. Additionally, the legislation revises fee structures for vital record searches and corrections, introducing specific charges for various services while providing free copies to veterans seeking benefits, licensed child placing agencies, and individuals who can verify their homeless status through designated federal documentation.
Maddy summaryMichigan House Bill 6281 amends the Motor Fuels Quality Act to update regulations for gasoline and diesel fuel sold in the state. The bill directs the director of the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy to establish specific standards for fuel purity, additives, and octane ratings, while mandating a vapor pressure limit of 9.0 psi for most retail outlets during the summer months from June 1 to September 15. It also clarifies that certain counties with stricter air quality requirements must continue using lower vapor pressure fuels of 7.0 or 7.8 psi unless federal and state agencies determine those standards are no longer necessary. Additionally, the legislation permits the year-round sale of E15 fuel, which contains 10.5% to 15% ethanol, provided that dispensing pumps are clearly labeled in accordance with federal law.
Maddy summaryMichigan House Bill 6286 creates a new legal standard that allows injured parties to sue freight brokers and carriers for damages caused by commercial motor vehicles. The bill holds these companies liable if they hire, retain, supervise, or train an employee or independent contractor who has a specific unfitness that poses a danger to others. To be held responsible, the broker or carrier must have known or should have known about this particular unfitness at the time of hiring or supervision, and that unfitness must have directly caused the injury. The law defines "particular unfitness" as a specific trait or prior conduct indicating unsuitability for a task, explicitly excluding general incompetence from liability.
Maddy summaryHB 6268 amends Michigan's Revised Judicature Act to establish a clearer, tiered system for determining the proper county where civil lawsuits must be filed. The bill prioritizes counties where a defendant resides, has a place of business, or conducts business, and expands the definition of conducting business to include locations where a defendant's products are sold at retail. If no such county exists for a defendant, the law allows cases to be filed in a county connected to the plaintiff, provided that specific conditions regarding both parties' presence in that county are met. Additionally, the legislation requires actions against court-appointed fiduciaries to be filed in the county of their appointment and permits parties to request venue changes based on hardship or inconvenience.
Maddy summaryMichigan House Bill 6270 creates a temporary sales tax exemption for the purchase of building materials used to construct new single-family homes or small multi-family dwellings with up to four units. This two-year benefit applies to both homeowners and construction companies, provided that a valid building permit is in place at the time of the material sale. The bill requires state officials to submit annual reports to the legislature detailing how many new homes were built, jobs created, and the impact on state tax revenue due to this exemption.
Maddy summaryMichigan House Bill 6267 amends the state's social welfare act to establish strict deadlines and transparency requirements for the auditing of nursing home Medicaid cost reports. The bill mandates that the Department of Health and Human Services accept filed cost reports within 60 days and complete audits within 21 months, with a provision that uncompleted audits are automatically accepted as filed after this period expires. It also requires nursing homes to disclose financial details regarding payments made to related parties and ensures that public funds are directly benefiting residents through staffing and care. Additionally, the legislation requires the department to conduct annual public reports on audit implementation and results, while limiting the duration of on-site audits to reduce the burden on facilities.
Maddy summaryMichigan House Bill 6271 creates a new individual income tax credit for taxpayers who pay local building permit fees to construct a new single-family home. Starting with the 2027 tax year, eligible individuals can claim a credit equal to their actual permit costs, up to a maximum of $2,500 per year. The bill requires taxpayers to provide reasonable proof of these expenses to the state department if requested. If the total credit amount is greater than the taxpayer's annual income tax liability, the excess portion must be refunded to the taxpayer rather than being lost.
Maddy summaryHB 5919 creates a new statewide school district called the Learner-First District to offer parents and students additional educational choices beyond traditional local school districts. The bill defines this new district as a public entity that covers the entire state and allows parents to hire independent contractors, such as teachers, directly to provide instruction to their children. Key provisions establish rules for mastery-based learning, where students progress based on demonstrating knowledge rather than time spent in class, and outline how the district will operate under the supervision of the state board of education.
Maddy summaryThis Michigan bill updates high school graduation requirements by allowing students to earn math credits through approved career and technical education programs in trades like welding, construction, and engineering. It adds a new section to the state school code that recognizes formal CTE programs as equivalent to traditional math courses when they cover the same content as state assessments. The legislation also clarifies how personal finance courses can count toward multiple subject requirements, including math, arts, and foreign language credits. These changes directly affect public school districts and academies in Michigan by providing more flexibility in how students meet graduation standards while maintaining core academic expectations.
