Sen. Veronica Klinefelt

Maddy summarySenate Bill 136 primarily eliminates the requirement for healthcare providers to notify patients about dense breast tissue after mammography. This change directly impacts patients undergoing mammograms and the medical facilities that perform these screenings in Michigan. The bill also enacts broader amendments concerning the use of radiation machines for mammography procedures. These modifications are made by amending and repealing specific sections within the existing Public Health Code.

Maddy summarySB 158 prohibits the use of automated programs (bots) to purchase event tickets online in bulk. It directly affects consumers trying to buy tickets fairly and venues or ticket sellers using such bots to manipulate sales. The bill creates a new legal prohibition against these automated ticket-buying practices, making it illegal for businesses to deploy them. This policy change aims to prevent scalping and ensure equitable access to tickets for the general public.

Maddy summarySB 27 creates the Michigan Defense Center within the Michigan Strategic Fund to help small businesses win homeland security and defense contracts. It requires the center to prioritize municipalities hardest hit by manufacturing job losses and set a goal to increase state-based defense contracts. The center must coordinate with existing APEX Accelerator programs, report annually on funded projects, and cannot use state funds for building construction. This procedural bill directly affects small businesses (under 400 employees) seeking defense-related contracts and local economic development entities. The changes update the Strategic Fund Act to formalize this coordination role without altering tax or spending policies.

Maddy summaryThis is a memorial resolution honoring Donald Koivisto, a former Michigan State Senator (1990-2002) and House Representative (1981-1986). The resolution expresses the legislature's tribute to his service, highlighting his dedication to the Upper Peninsula, farming community, and bipartisan collaboration. It was unanimously adopted by both chambers as a formal expression of respect for his legacy. The resolution has no policy impact - it solely commemorates his public service.

Maddy summarySB 539 creates a "do-not-sell list" for firearms under Michigan law, requiring sellers to check this list before selling certain firearms. The bill amends existing firearm regulations (MCL 28.421-28.422) by adding Section 12c to implement this list. It directly affects firearm sellers, who must verify firearms against the list before completing a sale, and purchasers who seek to buy firearms subject to the list. The policy change focuses on preventing the sale of specific firearms without specifying which firearms qualify, as that detail would be defined in the list itself. This is a procedural mechanism to enhance firearm safety through seller verification.

Maddy summarySB 734 creates a bipartisan, bicameral joint oversight committee to review state agency audits. It requires the committee to have 8 members (max 4 from one party), appointed equally by House and Senate leadership, and mandates quarterly meetings to examine all completed audit reports from the auditor general. The committee can make recommendations to the legislature but cannot issue binding orders, and the bill’s effectiveness depends on a separate constitutional amendment (SJR G'25) being adopted. This is a procedural change affecting how audits are reviewed, not a policy impacting citizens or services.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to create a permanent, bipartisan committee in Michigan's legislature to oversee state audits. It would require the auditor general to report audit findings directly to this 8-member committee (with equal representation from both parties and chambers) instead of solely to the governor. The committee would review audits of state departments, agencies, and the executive branch, with members appointed by legislative leaders. This change, if approved by voters, would amend Article IV of Michigan's constitution to establish this new oversight structure.

Maddy summarySB 214 creates a Strategic Advisory Board under Michigan's existing Michigan Strategic Fund Act (1984 PA 270). The board, composed of voting members elected by appointed representatives from business, transit, economic development, housing/utilities, and education sectors, must develop strategic plans to guide the fund's work. It directly affects how the Michigan Strategic Fund operates by requiring formal strategic planning processes. The bill does not change funding levels but establishes a new governance structure to inform the fund's priorities.

Maddy summarySB 213 requires the Michigan Strategic Advisory Board to create a 10-year economic development plan for the state within one year of its appointment, with annual updates thereafter. The plan must include specific goals covering all regions (rural, suburban, urban), infrastructure needs, affordable housing, environmental protection, water resources, education access, and economic opportunities for all residents. It mandates measurable metrics for success, such as population growth and resident prosperity, and requires a "whole-government approach" to achieve these objectives. The bill directly affects the Strategic Advisory Board and Michigan Strategic Fund by establishing their planning obligations under the Michigan Strategic Fund Act.

Maddy summarySB 233 lowers the age requirement for Michigan's Reconnect program from 25 to 21 years old. This change expands eligibility for last-dollar financial aid (covering remaining tuition costs after other aid) to adults aged 21 and older pursuing associate degrees or industry-recognized credentials. The bill amends Section 1 of the Michigan Reconnect Grant Act (2020 PA 84) to align with the program's goal of increasing the state's college degree and credential attainment rate for residents aged 25-64. It directly affects adult learners seeking postsecondary education who previously did not qualify due to age restrictions.