Sen. Lana Theis

Maddy summarySenate Bill 291 amends Michigan's insurance code to require health insurers to provide coverage for services related to gender transition. It mandates that insurers cover all possible adverse consequences, including side effects, of an enrollee's gender transition procedure or treatment. The bill also requires coverage for annual mental and physical health monitoring, as well as any procedures or treatments necessary to reverse a gender transition. This coverage applies regardless of whether the enrollee was covered by the policy at the time of the original transition.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 290 amends the Public Health Code to introduce sanctions for licensed healthcare professionals. Specifically, it provides for disciplinary actions against licensees who perform gender reassignment procedures or treatment on minors. This bill directly affects medical professionals in Michigan by regulating the types of medical services they can provide to individuals under the age of 18 without facing professional sanctions.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 34 (SR 34) is a commemorative resolution that officially recognizes April 29, 2025, as End Jew-Hatred Day. This resolution, adopted by the Senate, aims to condemn Jew-hatred and stand against discrimination and persecution of the Jewish people.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 32 designates April 2025 as Autism Acceptance Month. This resolution aims to promote understanding, acceptance, and inclusion of individuals on the autism spectrum within the community.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 28 designates April 2025 as Community College Month in Michigan. This resolution officially recognizes the role of the state's 28 community and three tribal colleges in providing affordable post-secondary education, workforce development, and support for students.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 26 designates April 18, 2025, as Lineman Appreciation Day. This resolution aims to recognize the work of linemen in constructing and maintaining energy infrastructure and their role as first responders during emergencies.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution No. 25 recognizes April 2025 as Donate Life Month. This resolution encourages Michigan residents to join the Michigan Organ Donor Registry to help address the critical need for organ, tissue, and eye donations.

Maddy summarySB 124 automatically extends Michigan individual income tax filing deadlines to match any federal extension provided by the IRS for the same tax year. It applies to taxpayers required to file annual returns, ensuring their state deadline aligns with the IRS extension date. The state tax department must publish any extended deadline and taxpayers cannot be charged interest or penalties during the extension period. This bill changes the process for deadline extensions but does not alter tax rates or benefits.

Maddy summarySB 126 would eliminate Michigan's participation in daylight saving time (DST), meaning the state would no longer advance clocks in spring or set them back in fall. It directly affects all Michiganders and state government entities by changing how time is observed statewide. The bill requires voter approval through a referendum at the November 2026 general election; if approved, it would take effect 30 days after the election results are certified. This change would exempt Michigan from federal DST rules under 15 USC 260a.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a bill), designating February 2025 as "Michigan 2-1-1 Month" to raise public awareness of the 2-1-1 service. It recognizes the free, 24/7 helpline that connects Michigan residents with health, housing, food, and other community resources - used by 406,000 people last year. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but aims to highlight the service's role in supporting communities during disasters and daily needs. It was introduced by Senator Rick Outman and adopted unanimously on February 20, 2025.