Rep. Pat Outman

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan laws to clarify and streamline the process for villages to annex new territory. It establishes that annexation can be initiated by a petition from landowners, a petition signed by 20% of residents in the proposed area, or a resolution from the village council. The legislation requires the state commission to hold public hearings, provide specific notice to property owners, and issue an order that becomes effective immediately if the annexed area has 100 or fewer residents, or after a potential referendum if the population exceeds that threshold. Additionally, the bill clarifies that existing rules for city incorporations apply to village annexations unless specific exceptions, such as interlocal agreements, are involved.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Clean and Renewable Energy and Energy Waste Reduction Act to update definitions and requirements for renewable energy programs. It directly affects electric and natural gas providers, state agencies, and energy consumers by modifying how clean energy standards are calculated and how costs are recovered from customers. Key changes include redefining clean energy systems to include natural gas plants with carbon capture technology, establishing a wind energy resource zone board, and adjusting rules for customer generation and net metering. The legislation also updates provisions related to energy waste reduction programs and authorizes new residential energy improvement initiatives.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires electric, gas, and steam utilities in Michigan to consider all available energy sources when planning their integrated resource portfolios. It amends existing state laws governing utility rate-setting and planning processes to ensure comprehensive evaluation of different energy options. The legislation also establishes specific timelines for utility rate applications and includes provisions for partial rate relief motions for smaller gas utilities. Additionally, the bill repeals a specific section of the Public Service Commission Act related to stranded costs.

Maddy summaryThis bill removes the legal requirement for hunters and dealers in Michigan to report the number of deer pelts they possess or trade. While the law currently mandates that individuals holding licenses must submit notarized reports on all other fur-bearing animals and game birds, this legislation specifically exempts deer pelts from those reporting obligations. The change affects both hunters who keep pelts after the season and businesses that buy or sell them, allowing them to exclude deer pelts from their monthly and seasonal filings to the state department.

Maddy summaryThis bill designates the week of May 10-16, 2026, as Junior Achievement Week throughout the state of Michigan. It directly affects the organization Junior Achievement and the residents of Michigan by formally recognizing the group's efforts to teach financial literacy to students. The resolution encourages all Michiganders to celebrate the organization's work during this specific week and honors the staff who support youth financial education programs.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in Michigan to highlight the impact of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic declaration to encourage public support for patients, caregivers, and ongoing research efforts. By formally recognizing the month, the legislation aims to increase community solidarity and draw attention to the need for continued medical advancements and resources for those affected by the disease.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Michigan Department of Transportation to allow transit agencies access to park-and-ride lots so they can use them as intermodal transfer points, regardless of whether the state provided accommodations during the lot's construction. It requires the department to coordinate a statewide park-and-ride program and work with local transit agencies to prioritize these transfer points. The legislation also mandates annual funding from the legislature to support these ridesharing and park-and-ride initiatives.

Maddy summaryHB 5308 requires Michigan watercraft owners to purchase an annual $35 "Great Lakes protection" decal. Revenue from these decals funds invasive species prevention and remediation efforts under Section 80124b. The bill mandates that the state agency discontinue sales if fewer than 2,000 decals are sold by September 2006, then fewer than 500 annually after that. It directly affects recreational boat owners in Michigan who must buy the decal to legally operate watercraft. The decal design is specified but placement rules allow flexibility for law enforcement.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to update the minimum liability insurance limits required for automobile policies in Michigan, affecting all vehicle owners and drivers in the state. It establishes new coverage thresholds that will take effect on July 1, 2027, raising the minimum protection for bodily injury and property damage compared to current standards. The legislation also mandates that insurers provide specific forms and pricing options to drivers who wish to purchase lower liability limits voluntarily, while ensuring these drivers acknowledge the associated risks. Additionally, the bill requires insurers to notify policyholders if they remove any coverages from an existing policy.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's auto insurance laws to allow drivers to keep their selected coverage levels, such as personal injury protection and collision, in effect for up to seven years if they stay with the same insurance company. It also updates provisions regarding health insurance exclusions by requiring insurers to offer premium discounts when a household has qualified health coverage that covers car accident injuries, while setting a 2027 deadline for these specific rules to expire. The legislation ties its effectiveness to the passage of three companion bills, meaning it will not become law unless those related measures are also approved.