Rep. Pat Outman

Maddy summaryHB 4336 amends Michigan's penal code to create new state crimes related to individuals who are not authorized to be in the United States. The bill establishes felony and misdemeanor offenses for knowingly bringing, transporting, harboring, or encouraging such persons to enter or remain in the U.S. It also creates a felony offense for knowingly hiring ten or more undocumented individuals for employment within a 12-month period. Penalties include fines and imprisonment, with higher penalties for offenses involving commercial gain, serious injury, or death. An exception is provided for religious organizations bringing in volunteer ministers or missionaries.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution No. 66 declares April 19-27, 2025, as National Park Week in the state of Michigan. This resolution encourages Michiganders to visit, support, and appreciate the National Park Service sites within their state.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 67 declares April 18, 2025, as Champions Day in the state of Michigan. This resolution encourages the people of Michigan to commemorate the extraordinary accomplishments of Joe Louis, the Detroit Tigers, the Detroit Lions, and the Detroit Red Wings during the 1935 sports season.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 64 declares April 19, 2025, as Patriots' Day in the state of Michigan. This resolution commemorates the 250th anniversary of the Battles of Lexington and Concord, which marked the beginning of the American War for Independence.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution No. 62 declares April 2025 as County Government Month in the state of Michigan. This resolution recognizes the vital role of county governments in delivering public services and urges citizens to observe the month with appropriate programs and activities.

Maddy summaryHR 61 is a resolution that declares April 13-20, 2025, as Holy Week in the state of Michigan. It also extends best wishes to Christians in Michigan, the United States, and worldwide for a meaningful observance of Holy Week.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution No. 63 declares April 2025 as Child Abuse Prevention Month in the state of Michigan. This resolution aims to raise public awareness about child abuse and neglect, and it urges all Michiganders to support children and families, learn the signs of abuse, and take action to help prevent it.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution 57 declares April 14-18, 2025, as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in the state of Michigan. This resolution formally acknowledges and expresses appreciation for the vital role of public safety telecommunicators in Michigan's emergency response system.

Maddy summaryHouse Resolution No. 58 declares April 2025 as Autism Awareness Month in the state of Michigan. This resolution aims to increase public understanding, acceptance, and inclusion of individuals on the autism spectrum, and acknowledges their contributions to society.

Maddy summaryHB 4305 would ban the use of SNAP benefits (food assistance) to purchase soda, directly affecting Michigan SNAP recipients. The bill requires the state to seek a federal waiver from the USDA to exclude soda from eligible foods under SNAP rules, and if approved, the state would prohibit soda purchases with these benefits. "Soda" is defined as nonalcoholic sweetened beverages, excluding milk, milk substitutes, and juices containing over 50% juice by volume. The bill does not change current SNAP rules but proposes a policy shift pending federal approval.