Sen. Kevin Daley

Maddy summarySenate Bill 205 amends the public health code to permit physician's private practice offices and urgent care centers to provide information on anatomical gifts and bone marrow donation. These facilities may inquire of new patients whether they are interested in learning about the organ and tissue donor registry. For new patients aged 18 to 45, they may also inquire about interest in bone marrow donation. If a patient requests information, the offices or centers may provide educational materials and contact details for relevant donation programs or the state's organ procurement organization.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to ban the governor, lieutenant governor, and department directors from using autopen devices to sign specific official documents. The key provision explicitly prohibits the use of autopens for bills, executive orders, and clemency documents such as reprieves, commutations, and pardons. If passed by the legislature and approved by voters, this change would require these officials to sign these documents by hand rather than electronically or via stamp. The measure aims to ensure personal authentication of critical legal and executive actions by removing automated signing options.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan state law to require the Department of Treasury to pay interest on tax refunds that are delayed beyond specific timeframes. It directly affects taxpayers who have filed complete and timely income tax returns and are awaiting refunds. Under the new rules, refunds for Michigan income taxes will automatically earn interest if they are not processed within 30 or 60 days of the department receiving the return, depending on when the return was filed. The bill also establishes a penalty of $100 for refunds delayed more than 90 days and sets a fixed 3% annual interest rate for a temporary period before switching to a variable rate tied to the prime rate. These provisions apply only to straightforward refunds without errors, audits, or suspected fraud, ensuring the state compensates citizens for administrative delays.

Maddy summaryThis bill is a memorial resolution honoring the life and public service of R. Robert Geake, a former Michigan legislator who served in both the House of Representatives and the Senate. The text details his extensive career, including his legislative work on committees focused on education, mental health, and children's welfare, as well as his later roles as an investigator and chair of the Office of the Children's Ombudsman and the Legislative Retirement System Board. The resolution formally expresses the Legislature's tribute to his dedication and instructs that copies of the document be sent to his family.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes changes to Michigan's election laws regarding absentee voting. It would require individuals who vote by absentee ballot to provide a specific reason for their request, rather than allowing them to vote without stating one. The legislation also modifies existing sections of the state election code and removes several other related provisions. These changes directly affect voters who wish to cast absentee ballots and the officials who process those requests.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the definition of a homestead and adjusts how property tax credits are calculated for Michigan residents. It clarifies that unoccupied property leased to others is excluded from homestead status and sets specific acreage limits for agricultural land based on how long a claimant has lived there. Additionally, the legislation updates the rules for determining household resources by excluding certain business, rental, and operating losses from income calculations. These changes directly affect homeowners and renters who rely on property tax credits and aim to refine the criteria used to determine eligibility.

Maddy summarySB 1045 clarifies the definition of "owner" for Michigan's homestead property tax credit by explicitly including individuals who place their primary residence into a revocable trust or a qualified personal residence trust. This change ensures that people using these specific types of trusts to hold their homes can still qualify for the tax credit, which is designed to help offset property taxes for homeowners. The bill amends the state's income tax act to update this eligibility rule without altering other parts of the tax code or the credit amount itself.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 102 amends existing Michigan law regarding the fees county treasurers charge for providing transcripts and abstracts of records. The bill modifies the specific fees for various paper records, such as abstracts of taxes, copies of documents, and certificates. It also establishes new provisions for electronic copies of records, setting a maximum charge per parcel and an overall cap for each request. Additionally, it specifies certain property tax and equalization data that county treasurers must provide electronically if available, and prohibits the resale of these electronic records for commercial purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the rules for how Michigan villages can approve petitions to annex new land or incorporate existing areas. It clarifies that landowners or residents must sign petitions to start the process, while also allowing village councils to initiate annexation through a formal resolution. The legislation establishes specific thresholds for signatures, such as requiring at least 20% of qualified voters in the proposed area or a minimum of 100 signatures statewide, and sets procedures for conducting population counts when necessary. Additionally, the bill clarifies how conflicts between this act and other state laws regarding annexation should be resolved, prioritizing existing statutes in certain situations. These changes aim to streamline the legal procedures villages must follow when expanding their boundaries or merging with other municipalities.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan laws to clarify and streamline the procedures for villages to annex or detach land. It establishes new rules for who can start an annexation process, allowing it to begin through a petition from landowners, a petition from residents, or a village council resolution. The legislation also sets specific requirements for public notice and hearings, ensuring property owners are informed before any boundary changes are approved. Additionally, the bill introduces a referendum requirement for annexations involving more than 100 residents, while exempting smaller annexations from this vote.