Rep. Amos O'Neal

Maddy summaryHB 4025 extends Michigan's sales tax exemption for firearm safety devices until December 31, 2024. It defines "firearm safety devices" as equipment (like gun safes, lockboxes, or trigger locks) designed to prevent unauthorized access or operation of firearms, but excludes display cabinets. Retail sellers must provide written notices to purchasers and post conspicuous signage at points of sale about the tax exemption. The bill also requires the state to annually compensate the school aid fund for any revenue lost due to this exemption.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurance companies in Michigan to limit the co-pay or coinsurance for insulin to no more than $35 per 30-day supply. The rule applies to at least one product within each major type of insulin, including rapid-acting, long-acting, and premixed varieties, and prevents insurers from bypassing this limit by raising costs elsewhere or changing benefit categories. While the $35 cap is set as a maximum, insurers are allowed to charge less, and the limit only applies to insulin products; other medical costs can remain higher. The amount will be automatically adjusted each July starting in 2027 based on changes in the local Consumer Price Index.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies Michigan's existing laws regarding post-conviction DNA testing to allow certain defendants to request new trials based on DNA evidence. It primarily affects individuals convicted of felonies before January 8, 2001, who are currently serving prison sentences, enabling them to petition for DNA testing of biological material collected during their original investigation. The legislation outlines specific conditions under which courts must grant testing, such as when the material has not been previously tested or when newer technology could yield more accurate results. If the testing excludes the defendant as the source of the biological material, the court must appoint counsel and hold a hearing to determine if a new trial is warranted. Additionally, the bill requires that victims be notified of these petitions and ensures that the costs of testing are covered by the state if the defendant cannot afford them.

Maddy summaryHB 6068 updates Michigan's penal code to refine the legal definition of slot machines and clarify rules for amusement devices like crane games. The bill establishes specific criteria for what constitutes a slot machine, including devices that dispense value based on chance, while explicitly excluding older machines not used for gambling and crane games that award items worth $3.75 or less. It also creates new penalties for knowingly altering crane games to violate these definitions and mandates that non-compliant crane games be confiscated by law enforcement. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that these gaming restrictions do not apply to state-licensed lotteries, bingo operations, or activities regulated by the Michigan Gaming Control and Revenue Act.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to allow the state to require businesses receiving economic assistance to return funds if they move a call center to another country. Starting in April 2027, the fund's agreements will include a clause that triggers a financial penalty if a recipient is listed on a registry of companies that have offshored call centers. The measure directly affects companies accepting state loans, grants, or other project funding, ensuring they do not relocate customer service operations abroad while receiving public support. The bill will only become effective if a related companion bill is also passed into law.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires large Michigan call centers that receive state money to notify the Department of Labor at least 30 days before moving operations or a significant portion of their work to a foreign country. If an employer fails to provide this notice, they must repay any grants, loans, or tax incentives they received from the state. Additionally, the bill mandates that the department create a public registry listing these employers, the number of jobs moved, and the new locations, which will remain active for at least five years.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates June 2026 as Gun Violence Awareness Month in Michigan to honor victims and support survivors of firearm-related incidents. The measure serves as a symbolic declaration intended to encourage community engagement and awareness regarding the impacts of gun violence. It does not alter any laws or create new regulations but rather establishes an official observance period for public education and remembrance.

Maddy summaryThis resolution officially designates June 2026 as Dairy Month in Michigan to recognize the state's significant dairy industry. The measure highlights the sector's economic contributions, including its role in food production, job creation, and public health through nutritious dairy products. By adopting this symbolic declaration, the legislature aims to celebrate the achievements of local dairy farmers and processors while promoting awareness of the nutritional benefits of dairy consumption.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes renaming a specific section of Interstate 75 in Wayne County to honor Motor Carrier Officer Daniel M. Kerstetter. The designated stretch of road runs from Northline Road northward to London Avenue. By amending the Michigan Memorial Highway Act, the legislation formally establishes this new name for the roadway. The change directly affects the state's transportation records and signage along that portion of the highway.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires health insurers in Michigan to treat the closure or removal of a health system from their network as a qualifying event for a special enrollment period. Under this rule, individuals who lose access to their current doctors or hospitals due to these changes would be allowed to sign up for new health insurance plans outside of the usual annual open enrollment window. The legislation defines a "health system" broadly to include hospitals, physician practices, and other related care facilities that operate under common ownership or control. By codifying this requirement, the bill aims to ensure that people can maintain continuous coverage when their existing healthcare options are no longer available.