Sen. Veronica Klinefelt

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits licensed individuals from carrying concealed pistols or electro-muscular disruption devices on the premises of various public and private locations, including schools, child care centers, sports arenas, bars serving alcohol, places of worship, hospitals, and college classrooms. The law explicitly excludes parking areas from these restrictions and does not apply to current state legislators or specific groups of law enforcement and security personnel who are required to carry weapons for their jobs. Violations of the ban result in escalating penalties, starting with a fine and license suspension for a first offense and potentially leading to felony charges and license revocation for third or subsequent offenses.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's marriage laws to formally recognize "civil celebrants" as authorized individuals who can officiate weddings. To qualify, a civil celebrant must be at least 18 years old and agree to perform the ceremony according to the couple's wishes. The legislation also clarifies the roles and fee collection responsibilities for mayors and county clerks when they solemnize marriages. Finally, the bill includes a provision stating that it will not take effect unless a separate related bill is also passed into law.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new tax credit for Michigan taxpayers who donate money to endowment funds at certified community foundations starting in 2024. Individuals can claim a credit equal to 50% of their donation, up to a maximum of $100 for single filers or $200 for joint filers, while estates and trusts can claim up to 10% of their tax liability or $5,000, whichever is less. To qualify, the community foundation must be certified by the state department and have at least $1 million in assets, and donors must receive a gift acknowledgment confirming the contribution went to an endowment fund. The bill also requires the state department to report the total amount of these credits claimed each year to the legislature.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's liquor control code to address situations where liquor retailers use payments that are rejected by banks due to insufficient funds. Under the new rules, a retailer who makes such a dishonored payment to a wholesaler must pay a $50 administrative fee. If the retailer repeats this mistake within 12 months, the fee increases to $150 for a second offense and $300 for a third or subsequent offense. The bill also clarifies that any fines imposed by the state commission for these violations must be placed into a specific state fund.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's laws regarding embezzlement from vulnerable adults and their estates by clarifying that fraud committed while a person is alive and continued after their death counts as a single continuous offense. It establishes specific penalties based on the value of the stolen property, ranging from misdemeanors for amounts under $1,000 to felonies punishable by up to 20 years in prison for amounts exceeding $100,000. The legislation also allows courts to combine the value of multiple thefts occurring within a 12-month period or against a single individual to determine the appropriate charge severity. Additionally, the bill requires prosecutors to explicitly list prior convictions when seeking enhanced sentences and protects financial institutions and their employees from liability when acting within the normal course of business.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows counties or groups of counties in Michigan to establish multidisciplinary teams dedicated to protecting vulnerable adults, defined as individuals over 18 who require supervision due to age, disability, or illness. These teams would be composed of representatives from various sectors, including law enforcement, adult protective services, healthcare providers, legal aid, and finance experts, to coordinate efforts against abuse and neglect. The legislation grants these teams the authority to share confidential information among themselves and specific government agencies while exempting their records and meetings from public disclosure laws. Ultimately, the teams aim to prevent exploitation, coordinate care services, and develop programs to detect and stop the abuse of vulnerable adults in the community.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Michigan's liquor control commission to issue alcohol licenses to various public universities and colleges for specific venues on their property. It permits colleges to sell alcohol at conference centers for scheduled events and enables private entities to operate restaurants or host events at university facilities under strict conditions, such as fair market value leases and designated development zones. The legislation also authorizes alcohol sales at university golf clubhouses and baseball stadiums during summer months when they are leased to private operators. These changes directly affect the governing boards of multiple state universities and the private businesses that may lease their properties.

Maddy summarySB 1008 updates Michigan's vehicle code to clarify rules regarding the transfer of vehicle titles and registration plates. The bill primarily affects vehicle owners, dealers, and the Secretary of State's office by establishing specific procedures for moving titles between vehicles and individuals. Key provisions include requiring the physical endorsement of paper titles for most transactions, setting timelines for transferring ownership to avoid penalties, and defining when a title transfer becomes legally effective. Additionally, the bill maintains restrictions on transferring vehicles with suspended licenses or those subject to forfeiture, while explicitly excluding electronically issued titles from certain physical endorsement requirements. These changes aim to streamline the vehicle registration process and ensure clear documentation during ownership transfers.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the Age of Majority Act to clarify that the age of 18 applies to all legal purposes, except for specific areas like child support and tobacco regulations. It explicitly states that laws requiring individuals aged 18 to 20 to be treated differently than those 21 or older are no longer valid, with the notable exception of the Nicotine and Tobacco Act which maintains a minimum age of 21 for purchasing tobacco products. The legislation also removes previous legal distinctions for 18-to-20-year-olds in various other state statutes, effectively aligning their rights and responsibilities with those of adults aged 21 and older in most contexts.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new legal tool called an elder and vulnerable adult personal protection order for Michigan residents aged 60 or older, as well as for vulnerable adults and those with developmental disabilities. The order allows courts to stop specific harmful behaviors, such as entering a person's home, threatening violence, abusing their pets, or financially exploiting their assets. It also includes provisions to transfer related cases to probate courts if the person is under guardianship and requires fiduciaries to notify the court if such an order is issued against them.