Sen. Kevin Hertel

Maddy summarySB 398 modifies requirements for substance use disorder treatment programs in Michigan and prohibits state agencies from creating new rules about these services. It directly affects treatment providers and the state health department (DHHS) by changing existing standards for program operations and blocking future rulemaking on specific service requirements. Key provisions include updating program eligibility rules under MCL 333.6230 and banning the development of new rules under MCL 333.6234. The bill aims to streamline program standards while preventing additional regulatory burdens on treatment providers.

Maddy summarySB 768 prohibits gas, electric, and steam utilities from filing a new rate case (requesting rate increases) sooner than three years after their previous rate case. This amendment to Michigan's Public Utilities Act (MCL 460.6a) directly affects all utilities regulated by the Michigan Public Service Commission when seeking rate adjustments. The key mechanism adds a mandatory three-year waiting period between full rate case filings, preventing utilities from repeatedly seeking rate changes too frequently. It does not change existing processes for partial rate relief or other rate adjustments. The bill aims to stabilize utility rate-setting timelines without altering current hearing requirements or refund procedures.

Maddy summarySB 806 creates a dedicated "hyperbaric oxygen therapy inspection fund" in the state treasury, funded by licensing fees paid by freestanding hyperbaric oxygen therapy facilities. The fund is managed by the state treasurer and administered by the state health department, with all money used solely for inspecting these facilities. This bill directly affects hyperbaric oxygen therapy providers and the state's inspection process for their facilities. The fund ensures consistent, dedicated funding for inspections, replacing general appropriations for this specific purpose.

Maddy summarySB 803 creates a new licensure requirement for freestanding facilities that provide hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), a medical treatment using pressurized oxygen. It directly affects businesses operating standalone HBOT centers and patients receiving this therapy by establishing specific safety and operational standards. The bill amends Michigan's Public Health Code to add licensing rules for these facilities, ensuring they meet state health and safety criteria. This change applies to facilities not located within hospitals, requiring them to obtain state licensure before operation.

Maddy summarySB 804 adds new licensing requirements for freestanding hyperbaric oxygen therapy facilities in Michigan, directly affecting these specialized treatment centers. The bill requires facilities to appoint a medical director and safety coordinator, comply with national fire safety standards (NFPA 99), and ensure staff meet specific licensing qualifications. It defines key terms like "accreditation organization" and "qualified health professional" to establish clear operational standards. The legislation is contingent on three related bills (SB 803, 805, 806) also being enacted.

Maddy summarySB 805 establishes licensing requirements for standalone hyperbaric oxygen therapy clinics in Michigan. It mandates that these facilities obtain state licensure, appoint a qualified medical director and safety coordinator, comply with NFPA 99 safety standards, and meet FDA-approved treatment protocols. Clinics must display their license/permit and accreditation publicly, provide patients with clear information about treatment risks, FDA-approved uses, and insurance coverage limitations, and obtain written consent before treatment. The bill directly affects clinic operators, healthcare providers, and patients receiving hyperbaric oxygen therapy, ensuring standardized safety and transparency.

Maddy summarySB 782 prohibits auto insurers from requiring policyholders to list all household members on insurance applications and bans denial of coverage solely because someone wasn't listed. It directly affects Michigan residents applying for personal protection insurance and their relatives living in the same home. The bill amends Michigan’s insurance code to make it illegal for insurers to use household composition as a condition for coverage or claim denial. This changes existing practice by preventing insurers from refusing claims based on incomplete household information. The law applies to all standard auto insurance policies covering bodily injury from motor vehicle accidents.

Maddy summarySB 776 amends Michigan's Use Tax Act to update exemptions for watercraft trade-ins. It specifically clarifies that buyers can apply the agreed-upon value of a *documented* watercraft (one registered with the U.S. Coast Guard) as credit toward the purchase price of a new watercraft from a dealer. This change directly affects watercraft buyers, dealers, and the state’s tax collection process by allowing the trade-in value to reduce taxable purchases, provided the value is separately stated on the invoice. The bill does not change the $2,000 annual credit limit for watercraft trade-ins established in prior law.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's sales tax law to maintain an existing exemption for watercraft trade-ins. It allows buyers to apply a credit for the agreed-upon value of a titled or documented watercraft (documented by the U.S. Coast Guard) when purchasing a new or used watercraft from a dealer, reducing the taxable sales price. The credit must be separately stated on the invoice and does not apply to leases or rentals. This directly affects watercraft dealers and customers trading in boats, as it lowers the sales tax owed on the new purchase.

Maddy summarySB 23 amends Michigan's Land Division Act to increase the maximum number of parcels allowed when splitting land. It allows up to 4 parcels for the first 10 acres of an original parcel, plus 1 additional parcel for every full 10 acres after that (capping at 15 total parcels), with additional exceptions for large parcels (e.g., one parcel covering 60% of the land or parcels over 40 acres that don't count toward limits). This directly affects landowners seeking to divide property and local governments (counties/municipalities) that enforce land division rules. The bill streamlines subdivision rules by reducing restrictions on parcel counts while maintaining access requirements and clarifying re-splitting rules after 10 years.