Rep. Bill Schuette

Maddy summaryThis resolution (HR 169) designates September 11-17, 2025, as "Patriot Week" in Michigan. It does not create new laws or policies but encourages Michigan residents, schools, and government agencies to honor American history, founding documents, and symbols during this week. The resolution specifically urges participation in activities that promote studying the nation's history and values, including recognition of the September 11, 2001, attacks and key historical figures and events. As a commemorative resolution, it has no direct legal or financial impact on individuals or entities.

Maddy summaryHB 4811 provides supplemental funding to Michigan state departments and agencies for the 2025 fiscal year, specifically allocating resources for grants supporting finance, human resources, and information technology operations. This bill directly affects state agencies that manage these operational functions by authorizing additional financial support for their day-to-day administrative needs. The key mechanism is creating a supplemental appropriation act that adjusts existing budgets to cover these specific operational grants, ensuring agencies have necessary funding for critical infrastructure and personnel support during the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 4810 is a supplemental appropriations bill that allocates additional state funding for grants supporting finance, human resources, and information technology operations across Michigan state departments and agencies. It creates a new funding mechanism specifically for these operational grants during the 2025 fiscal year (ending September 30, 2025). The bill directly affects state agencies requiring resources for core administrative functions, such as payroll systems, data management, and financial reporting. It does not create new programs but supplements existing budgets to cover these specific operational costs. The bill was introduced on August 26, 2025, and referred to the Appropriations Committee for further review.

Maddy summaryThis constitutional amendment (HJR K) proposes allowing either Michigan legislative house to suspend a member's salary or expense allowance by a two-thirds vote when the member acts unethically or is excessively absent from regular sessions. It amends Article IV, Sections 12 and 16 of the state constitution to establish this process, requiring the house to document the suspension reason in its journal with voting records. The change directly affects state legislators who face disciplinary action for misconduct or attendance issues. If approved, this would give legislative bodies a formal mechanism to withhold compensation for specific violations, rather than relying solely on expulsion.

Maddy summaryHB 4081 allows counties and municipalities in Michigan to set higher limits than the current state cap on the number of separate land parcels created when dividing a single property. It amends state law (MCL 560.108) that previously limited most land divisions to 12 parcels. The bill directly affects local governments, developers, and property owners by giving communities more flexibility to manage land use and development density. This change removes the state-imposed cap, enabling local authorities to establish their own parcel limits based on community needs.

Maddy summaryHB 4756 amends Michigan's Capitol Historic Site Act to allow licensed individuals (including those with out-of-state permits) to carry concealed pistols inside the state capitol building. It specifically requires that such individuals present their concealed pistol license to capitol security officers or legislative sergeants at arms upon request. This bill directly affects licensed gun carriers who currently face restrictions within the capitol building. The change removes the existing prohibition on concealed carry in the capitol, aligning with the commission's role in managing the site without restricting licensed carry.

Maddy summaryThis bill exempts honorably discharged veterans (who are Michigan residents) from paying the state park recreation passport fee. Veterans can obtain a special sticker or hangtag by verifying their status through the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. This allows them to enter all state parks and recreation areas without paying the annual fee required for most resident vehicle owners. The exemption applies to all locations where the fee would normally be required, including designated boating access sites.

Maddy summaryHB 4712 creates a new program through which the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs will reimburse eligible Michigan National Guard members for premiums paid toward Tricare Reserve Select or Tricare Dental coverage. The program allows the department to award grants to qualifying members who apply using a department-provided form, covering premiums for these specific health plans. It directly affects Guard members who are not on active duty and lack other employer or private health insurance. The bill establishes the framework for administering these reimbursements but does not specify funding amounts or application deadlines.

Maddy summaryHB 4681 allows eligible disabled veterans with an honorable U.S. military discharge to request special vehicle registration plates or a "DV" adhesive tab for their service/conflict plates at no application fee. To qualify, veterans must prove a VA disability rating of at least 50% (for partial disability) or 100% (for total disability), including receiving disability retirement pay. Totally disabled veterans would be exempt from registration taxes, and their plates could be renewed without re-proving disability or paying fees. Surviving spouses of qualifying veterans may also use and renew these plates after the veteran’s death. The bill also permits a free wheelchair symbol tab to be attached to these special plates.

Maddy summaryHB 4682 modifies Michigan's property tax exemption for surviving spouses of veterans. It expands eligibility to include surviving spouses who qualify for dependency and indemnity compensation (under 38 USC 1310-1318) because their veteran spouse died from a service-connected disability. The exemption applies to homestead property owned by these surviving spouses, reducing their property tax burden. This change directly affects surviving spouses of veterans who meet specific U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs eligibility criteria.