Rep. Bill Schuette

Maddy summaryHB 4924 amends Michigan's Occupational Code (MCL 339.217) to allow certain individuals to obtain a Michigan license or registration without taking an exam. It directly affects military members, veterans, their dependents, and licensed professionals moving to Michigan who hold valid out-of-state licenses in good standing for at least one year. Key provisions require applicants to prove they met the original state's education/work requirements, passed any required exams, and have no pending disciplinary actions or investigations in other states. The bill does not override existing temporary or courtesy licensing options and includes safeguards if federal guidelines would be violated.

Maddy summaryHB 4918 modifies Michigan's occupational licensing law to help certain licensees remove disciplinary records related to failing to complete continuing education requirements. Specifically, it requires the licensing department to automatically remove such records from a licensee's file 3 years after the citation is issued (starting January 1, 2026), or sooner if the licensee provides proof of completed continuing education. This applies only to citations for continuing education failures, not other disciplinary actions. Licensees whose records are removed may truthfully state that no citation exists for that matter. The bill directly affects licensed professionals (like nurses, engineers, or contractors) who face these specific citations.

Maddy summaryHB 4879 updates Michigan's licensing rules for landscape architects by amending two sections of the Occupational Code (MCL 339.303a and 339.411) and removing outdated regulatory sections. The bill specifically repeals existing provisions related to landscape architect professional regulation (MCL 339.2201-339.2211) and part of another law (MCL 338.2215). These changes directly affect licensed landscape architects in Michigan by modifying their current regulatory framework. The bill focuses on streamlining the legal structure of the profession without specifying new requirements or restrictions.

Maddy summaryHB 4880 amends Michigan's 1966 law on construction contracts to prevent public entities (like cities, counties, and school districts) from requiring licensed landscape architects, architects, engineers, or contractors to cover the public entity’s own negligence. The bill makes it void for public contracts to force these professionals to pay for damages caused solely by the public entity’s mistakes. Instead, liability must align with each party’s share of fault, ensuring fairer risk distribution. This directly affects licensed professionals working on public infrastructure projects such as roads, schools, and water systems.

Maddy summaryHB 4883 amends Michigan’s regulations for hearing aid dealers by modifying sections 303a and 411 of the Occupational Code (MCL 339.303a and 339.411) and removing outdated provisions related to hearing aid dealer licensing (repealing MCL 339.1301-339.1309 and MCL 338.2231). The bill directly affects licensed hearing aid dealers in Michigan by updating their regulatory requirements and eliminating obsolete rules. Key changes include streamlining licensing standards and removing redundant administrative sections from the code. This is a procedural regulatory update with no new policy requirements, focusing solely on modernizing existing law.

Maddy summaryHB 4884 amends Michigan's General Sales Tax Act (MCL 205.51a) to update the definition of "prescription" for hearing aids. The bill explicitly states that a prescription for hearing aids includes orders from licensed hearing aid dealers (under MCL 339.1301-339.1309), not just physicians. This change directly affects licensed hearing aid dealers by allowing them to provide hearing aids based on their own professional instructions, streamlining the sales process under tax law. The amendment clarifies existing tax code language without altering tax rates or creating new requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 4885 amends Michigan's Public Health Code (sections 333.16807 and 333.17601) to clarify that fitting and dispensing hearing aids remains regulated under Article 13 of the Occupational Code (not speech-language pathology practice). The bill directly affects hearing aid professionals and dealers by aligning the Public Health Code with existing occupational regulations. It updates references to ensure consistency, specifying that hearing aid fitting/disposal falls under Article 13 (MCL 339.1301-339.1309), not speech-language pathology provisions. This is a technical correction to the code, not a new policy change.

Maddy summaryHB 4886 amends the Use Tax Act (MCL 205.92b) to clarify that a "prescription" for hearing aids includes orders from licensed hearing aid dealers or salespersons. This directly affects licensed hearing aid dealers by allowing them to issue prescriptions under tax law, aligning their authority with medical professionals for tax purposes. The change specifically updates the definition of "prescription" in section 2b to include orders from hearing aid dealers licensed under Michigan's occupational code. This is a technical adjustment to the tax code's definitions, not a new tax or benefit.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 170) symbolically declares September 10, 2025, as "World Suicide Prevention Day" in Michigan. It recognizes suicide as a critical public health issue in the state, noting it is the second leading cause of death for Michiganders aged 10-24. The resolution aims to raise awareness, honor those lost to suicide, support survivors, and encourage community efforts in suicide prevention. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a formal acknowledgment of ongoing mental health advocacy.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 167) symbolically declares September 13, 2025, as "Recovery Day" in Michigan. It honors recovery community organizations and individuals managing substance use disorders, recognizing their long-term support efforts. The resolution does not create new laws or funding; it is a ceremonial acknowledgment. It specifically references Michigan's context, noting that only about 127,600 of 638,000 residents with substance use disorders receive treatment, while recovery organizations provide ongoing, cost-effective support. The resolution was adopted on September 10, 2025.