Rep. Pat Outman

Maddy summaryHB 4107 requires Michigan schools to include specific health education content for students in grades 7-12. It mandates instruction in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), automated external defibrillator (AED) use, and first aid response kits (including tourniquets and bleeding control supplies) as part of the health curriculum. Schools may use trained personnel like Red Cross instructors, EMTs, or properly trained teachers to deliver this instruction, with hands-on practice encouraged but not required for all students. The bill exempts 100% online schools from requiring hands-on CPR practice.

Maddy summaryHB 4522 modifies Michigan's vehicle code to require heavy trucks (over 10,000 pounds gross weight) to drive in any lane on freeways with three or more lanes for travel in the same direction, rather than restricting them to the rightmost lanes. This directly affects commercial truck drivers and fleet operators on Michigan freeways. The law specifies exceptions allowing trucks to use the right lane only for left turns, safety reasons, or construction-related lane closures. It also prohibits local governments from creating conflicting lane-use ordinances for these situations.

Maddy summaryHB 4596 clarifies the timeline for dismissing criminal charges against defendants deemed incompetent to stand trial in Michigan. It requires charges to be dismissed 15 months after the defendant was initially found incompetent or after they began treatment to become competent - whichever comes first. Prosecutors may refile charges for life felony offenses if the defendant later becomes competent, but only after a court hearing confirming competency. The bill also adds requirements for courts to notify attorneys and medical supervisors when dismissal orders expire or are voided.

Maddy summaryHB 5048 creates special vehicle registration plates in Michigan for specific military service groups. It allows eligible veterans, survivors, and family members to apply for plates featuring unique identifiers: "EX-POW" for prisoners of war or spouses, "WWI" for World War I/Cold War veterans (defined as 1945-1991), "Pearl Harbor survivor," "Purple Heart" with medal vignette, "Gold Star Family" (for families of fallen service members), and "Blue Star Family" (for families of currently serving members). Applicants must provide proof of eligibility to the Secretary of State, with no application or renewal fees required. These plates are displayed on vehicles and expire annually, with standard registration taxes applying except for the "EX-POW" plate for one vehicle per household.

Maddy summaryHB 5029 modifies Michigan's Movable Bridge Fund to clarify how funds are distributed for the operation of publicly owned movable bridges (like drawbridges). It requires bridge owners and operators to submit annual operational cost data, which the state transportation department uses to calculate fund distributions based on estimated costs. The fund, which retains unused money year-to-year, may also cover required federal bridge inspections or analyses if no other funding exists - until December 2030. Operational costs covered include routine operation expenses (e.g., staffing), but exclude maintenance, repairs, or capital improvements.

Maddy summaryHB 5025 amends Michigan's Human Trafficking Notification Act to expand where human trafficking notices must be posted. It requires adult entertainment establishments and property owners with court-ordered public nuisance findings related to prostitution, commercial sexual activity, or trafficking to display these notices. The bill also clarifies that public airports must post notices, building on existing requirements for rest stops, transit stations, and other locations. These changes take effect 90 days after enactment, directing the Department of Transportation to set posting standards. The bill does not alter prostitution laws but modifies notification obligations for specific venues and properties.

Maddy summaryHB 4970 establishes a letter grading system (A-F) for all Michigan public schools starting in the 2026-2027 school year. It requires the state to assign grades based on five specific metrics: student proficiency in math and English language arts, student growth in those subjects, progress for English language learners, high school graduation rates, and how schools compare to others serving similar student populations. The grades will be updated annually using existing state assessments and growth models, without changing current testing requirements. This policy directly affects every public school in Michigan by making annual performance data publicly available through standardized letter grades.

Maddy summaryHB 4862 amends Michigan's port authority act to update how port authorities can use grant funds and issue revenue bonds. It directly affects existing port authorities in cities and counties by revising specific sections of the law and adding a new section (19a) to clarify financial mechanisms. The bill updates definitions, including expanding "ancillary financing facility" to explicitly cover modern tools like interest rate swaps and credit agreements. These changes provide port authorities with more flexible financial management options while maintaining existing accountability structures.

Maddy summaryHB 4863 requires landlords in Michigan mobile home parks to provide tenants with a minimum of 180 days' notice before eviction. The bill amends Michigan law (MCL 554.134) to establish this 180-day notice period for all evictions in mobile home parks, replacing any shorter prior notice requirements. This change does not alter the existing "just cause" requirement for evictions but specifically mandates the extended notice period. The policy directly affects mobile home park residents and landlords by giving tenants more time to secure new housing.

Maddy summaryHB 4856 requires Michigan public school districts and intermediate school districts to allow homeschooled or nonpublic school students to participate in extracurricular activities like sports teams, theater, band, and debate. It prohibits school boards from blocking these students' participation and mandates that districts avoid joining athletic conferences or associations with exclusionary policies. The bill defines an "eligible child" as one residing within the district, homeschooled or attending a nonpublic school, and meeting standard eligibility requirements. This directly affects homeschooled and nonpublic school students seeking access to school-run activities. The law amends the Revised School Code (MCL 380.1 et seq.) by adding Section 1290.