Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Open Meetings Act to allow public bodies to hold meetings remotely for members with disabilities or those on military duty. It establishes specific rules for when remote attendance is permitted, such as requiring all non-disabled members to be physically present after December 31, 2021, while exempting certain agricultural and retirement system groups from this restriction. The legislation also mandates that electronic meetings must support two-way communication between members and the public, including options for typed comments during public speaking periods. Additionally, it defines disability as a condition that substantially limits major life activities and clarifies that a physical meeting location is not required for these electronic sessions.
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Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Michigan Liquor Control Commission to suspend a retailer's license for 14 days if they make six or more bounced payments to a wholesaler within a 12-month period. The rule applies specifically to retailers who fail to honor their payment obligations to suppliers on different dates over a consecutive year. By adding this new section to the state's liquor control code, the legislation establishes a clear financial threshold that triggers automatic license suspension.
Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits individuals from carrying firearms on the premises of specific state buildings, including the Michigan State Capitol and the Anderson House Office Building. It also bans guns in various public and private locations such as banks, churches, courts, theaters, sports arenas, day care centers, hospitals, and licensed liquor establishments. The law includes exceptions for security personnel, peace officers, licensed concealed carry holders serving as state legislators, and anyone with the property owner's permission. Violating these restrictions is classified as a misdemeanor punishable by up to 90 days in jail, a fine of up to $100, or both.
Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Reproductive Health Data Privacy Act in Michigan to protect personal information related to reproductive health status. It directly affects businesses and organizations that provide reproductive health services by requiring their explicit, opt-in consent before collecting, processing, or selling such data. The law also prohibits the use of geofencing technology to track individuals near reproductive health facilities and defines specific rules for what counts as valid consent, excluding vague terms of service or deceptive design. Additionally, the act outlines civil sanctions and remedies for violations, ensuring that only de-identified or aggregated data is exempt from these privacy protections.
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 removes the existing cap on Michigan's Disaster and Emergency Contingency Fund, allowing the state to maintain a reserve of up to $10 million instead of the previous limit. It enables the director of emergency management to use these funds for employee overtime, travel, and subsistence during disasters, as well as for other emergency needs with the governor's approval. The legislation also clarifies that any leftover money in the fund at the end of a fiscal year will not be returned to the general budget but will remain available for future use. Additionally, the bill ensures that interest earned on investments made with the fund is credited back to the account.
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 amends Michigan's marriage laws to clarify the procedures for obtaining and using marriage licenses. It requires couples to get a license from a county clerk before marrying and mandates that officiants fill out specific details on the certificate, such as the time, place, and names of witnesses, in a legible format. The law also establishes a requirement for officiants to keep an accurate record of all marriages they perform. Finally, it sets a misdemeanor penalty with a fine or jail time for any officiant who performs a marriage without a valid license or violates other provisions of the act.