Rep. Amos O'Neal

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan election laws to update the procedures for recalling state and local government officials. It requires recall petitions to be printed, clearly state factual reasons based on the official's current conduct, and include a certificate from the person collecting signatures. The bill establishes a review process where the Board of State Canvassers or county election commissioners must verify that the petition contains valid signatures and clear, truthful reasons before it can be circulated. If the initial review finds issues with the petition's content or signatures, the entire petition is rejected, and the bill also outlines specific timelines for appeals to the Court of Appeals.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan election law to expand the list of documents that qualify as valid identification for voting and voter registration. It directly affects voters and election officials by clarifying which specific IDs, such as driver's licenses, passports, military cards, and student IDs, are acceptable. The legislation explicitly excludes mobile versions of certain licenses and state ID cards from this list while also defining other key terms like "absent voter" and "educational institution." The bill does not take effect until three other related Senate bills are also passed into law.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes an interstate licensure compact for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants in Michigan, allowing them to practice in other member states without obtaining separate licenses. The legislation creates a system where a therapist licensed in their home state can receive a "compact privilege" to work in remote states, provided the patient is located in that remote state during the encounter. Key provisions include the mutual recognition of licenses, the sharing of disciplinary and investigative information between states, and specific accommodations for military families relocating. The law also aims to improve public access to therapy services by facilitating the use of telehealth technology and ensuring consistent regulatory standards across participating jurisdictions.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes changes to Michigan's Public Health Code to update regulations for licensing health facilities. It specifically adds a new section to the code to establish rules for licensing prescribed pediatric extended care facilities. The legislation amends existing sections related to facility licensing and adds a new part to the code to address these specific care settings. If passed, the bill would require these specialized pediatric facilities to meet new licensing standards set by the state.

Maddy summaryHB 6229 proposes to increase various registration and license fees associated with hunting in Michigan. The bill directly affects hunters and other individuals who purchase permits or licenses regulated under the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act. By amending numerous existing sections and adding new ones, the legislation updates the specific fee amounts charged for these activities. This change would result in higher costs for obtaining hunting-related authorizations but does not alter the fundamental rules governing how or when hunting can occur.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's public health code to allow occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice under a national licensure compact. The key provision authorizes individuals who hold a compact privilege from other states to engage in practice within Michigan as if they were fully licensed under state law. By incorporating this compact, the legislation aims to facilitate easier mobility for these healthcare professionals across state lines while maintaining the same professional standards and obligations. The changes apply directly to occupational therapy practitioners and the facilities that employ them, ensuring that out-of-state compact members are recognized and regulated consistently with local licensees.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows local governments in Michigan to impose specific restrictions on firearms, pneumatic guns, and related ammunition within their jurisdictions. It explicitly permits municipalities to regulate how employees carry weapons at work, set age limits for children possessing air guns, ban threatening displays of such weapons, and prohibit open carry inside government buildings. The legislation also clarifies that these local rules cannot override existing state criminal laws and must allow law enforcement officers to openly carry firearms.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's sentencing laws to allow certain prisoners convicted of multiple felonies to petition the court for a review of their sentences. It establishes a formal process for these individuals to request resentencing, which would require a judge to evaluate whether their current punishment remains appropriate under current legal standards. The legislation specifically targets those sentenced under the state's habitual offender provisions and creates new sections in the criminal procedure code to govern this review mechanism. By adding these new procedures, the bill aims to provide a legal pathway for eligible inmates to seek a reduction in their prison terms without changing the underlying laws that led to their original convictions.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's corrections code to clarify the rules for when prisoners become eligible for parole, specifically addressing how time served is calculated for those with consecutive sentences or those subject to disciplinary time. It maintains existing restrictions by denying parole eligibility to individuals convicted of serious crimes such as first-degree murder and certain sexual offenses, while allowing the parole board to consider releasing other life sentence prisoners after serving 10 to 20 years depending on when the crime was committed. The legislation also specifies that discharge for these prisoners can only occur after they have served the full maximum term of their sentence, unless they are granted parole and successfully complete the parole period.

Maddy summaryHB 4162 amends Michigan's penal code to adjust penalties for crimes involving the adulteration or improper mixing of drugs and medicines. The bill establishes specific sentencing guidelines based on the severity of the outcome, ranging from fines and short prison terms for minor violations to up to 15 years in prison if the actions result in death. A key provision modifies the application of life imprisonment without parole, excluding individuals who were under 19 years old at the time of the offense from facing that specific penalty. Instead, minors who commit these crimes with intent to kill or cause serious harm resulting in death face a minimum of 20 years and a maximum of 60 years in prison. These changes directly affect how the state prosecutes and sentences offenders involved in distributing harmful pharmaceutical products.