Rep. Greg Alexander

Maddy summaryHB 4845 proposes to adjust competitive bidding requirements for road construction projects in Michigan. It raises the threshold for mandatory competitive bidding from $100,000 to $350,000 for individual local road projects (or $1,350,000 annually per agency, excluding cities over 500,000 population) and adds an annual inflation adjustment using the Consumer Price Index. The bill exempts traffic signal system upgrades and local road resurfacing from bidding rules. It directly affects state and local road agencies (counties, cities, villages) managing projects above these thresholds, requiring them to justify non-competitive contracts to oversight bodies. The changes aim to modernize cost thresholds while maintaining public bidding for significant infrastructure work.

Maddy summaryHB 4907 amends Michigan's Skilled Trades Regulation Act to ensure certain boiler professionals can continue performing essential safety work. It specifically prohibits the department from creating rules that restrict Class 5B boiler installers or Class IV boiler repairers from conducting routine maintenance and safety device testing on boiler systems. This directly affects licensed boiler technicians who install or repair industrial/commercial heating systems, guaranteeing they can perform these safety checks without new regulatory barriers. The bill clarifies existing practice rather than creating new requirements, focusing on maintaining safe operations for facilities relying on boiler systems.

Maddy summaryHB 4897 creates new licensing categories for boiler installers in Michigan, establishing five distinct classes (2B through 5B) and a separate class P license. These classes define specific installation capabilities, such as Class 2B for small boilers and Class 5B for nuclear boiler systems. The bill requires that anyone installing or altering boilers must hold the appropriate license class, and permits for such work cannot be issued without it. This directly affects boiler installers, their employers, and the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, which will enforce these licensing requirements.

Maddy summaryHB 4898 creates specific license classifications for boiler repairers in Michigan, defining what each license class (I through IV and P) can legally repair. It specifies that Class I license holders can work on low-pressure boilers, while Class IV holders can handle nuclear heat source boilers and higher-level repairs. The bill requires all boiler repair work to be performed by a licensed individual or under their supervision, updating permit requirements under Section 941 to mandate proper licensing. This directly affects boiler repair workers, contractors, and businesses needing to comply with these new licensing standards for boiler maintenance and repairs.

Maddy summaryHB 4855 would amend Michigan law to permit bow hunters to carry a pistol while hunting. This directly affects licensed bow hunters who currently cannot possess a firearm during hunting activities under existing law (MCL 324.43510). The bill changes the prohibition in the 1994 Michigan Penal Code to allow pistol possession specifically for bow hunters during hunting. The amendment would remove the current restriction, enabling bow hunters to carry a pistol for lawful use while hunting.

Maddy summaryHB 5513 requires Michigan's insurance department to create a standardized application process for health insurers to verify healthcare providers' qualifications (credentialing). This directly affects health insurers operating in Michigan and the healthcare providers seeking to be listed on insurance provider networks. The bill establishes a uniform application form under Section 3406uu of the Insurance Code and clarifies that insurers aren't required to violate nationally recognized credentialing standards. The bill is tied to the enactment of related legislation (HB 5512) to take effect.

Maddy summaryHB 5512 sets clear timelines for health insurers to process applications from healthcare providers seeking to join their provider networks. Insurers must acknowledge receipt within 7 days, notify providers of incomplete applications within 30 days (giving them 30 days to fix issues), and complete the credentialing process within 60 days total. If approved, insurers must reimburse providers for covered services starting from when the completed application was received. This directly affects doctors, clinics, and other healthcare providers applying to be in insurer networks, ensuring faster access to network participation.

Maddy summaryThis House Resolution (HR 242) designates February 6, 2026, as "Reagan Day" in Michigan to commemorate the birthday and legacy of former President Ronald Reagan. It is a symbolic observance with no binding legal effect, intended to honor Reagan's leadership, emphasis on liberty, and alignment with Michigan's values of innovation and hard work. The resolution encourages schools and communities to reflect on Reagan's contributions to American history and inspire civic engagement. It does not impose new requirements or affect any individuals, policies, or funding.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates February 2026 as Career and Technical Education (CTE) Month in Michigan. It symbolically recognizes CTE's role in preparing students for high-demand, high-wage careers (like healthcare, IT, and skilled trades) without creating new laws or funding. The resolution urges continued awareness of CTE programs, which support over 115,000 Michigan high school students annually and align with projected job openings requiring postsecondary training. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding requirements and serves only to raise public awareness.

Maddy summaryThis resolution symbolically declares February 2026 as American Heart Month and February 6, 2026, as National Wear Red Day within Michigan. It aims to raise public awareness about heart disease - particularly its disproportionate impact on women, including Black and Hispanic women - and encourages actions like learning heart health risk factors. The resolution does not create new laws or obligations; it is a non-binding declaration to support existing awareness efforts like the American Heart Association's "Go Red for Women" campaign. It directly affects Michigan residents through state recognition of these national observances.