Sen. Sam Singh

Maddy summarySB 235 creates a corporate income tax credit for businesses that use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). It directly affects airlines and fuel producers in Michigan by reducing their state tax liability based on the volume of SAF they utilize. The bill amends Michigan's tax code (MCL 206.1-206.847) to add a specific provision allowing corporations to claim this credit. This provides a financial incentive for adopting SAF, aiming to support cleaner aviation fuel adoption without specifying environmental outcomes.

Maddy summarySB 236 creates a tax credit program in Michigan to incentivize the production of sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). It directly affects fuel producers who meet specific environmental standards, requiring SAF to achieve at least a 50% reduction in life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions compared to petroleum fuel and comply with ASTM aviation fuel standards. Producers must apply to the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy for certification of their tax credit, providing evidence of domestic production, emissions reduction, and proof that the fuel was used in aircraft departing Michigan airports. The program administers tax credits through a state-certified process, aiming to boost local SAF production while meeting federal environmental benchmarks.

Maddy summarySB 424 amends Michigan's Sex Offender Registration Act to clarify and update registration procedures for certain offenders. It specifies deadlines for agencies (like probation offices, sheriffs, and courts) to register individuals convicted of sex offenses before specific dates (October 1, 1995, or September 1, 1999), and details requirements for out-of-state registrants moving to Michigan. The bill also streamlines the process for individuals convicted of new offenses after July 1, 2011, by requiring registration before sentencing or court disposition. It directly affects sex offenders subject to Michigan's registration laws, including those transferred from other states or convicted of offenses added to the registration list in 1999.

Maddy summaryThis resolution (SR 55) formally recognizes June 2025 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer+ (LGBTQ+) Pride Month in the state of Michigan. It does not create new laws or change existing policies; instead, it serves as a symbolic statement of recognition by the Michigan Senate. The resolution highlights historical milestones for LGBTQ+ rights, including Michigan's 2023 law adding sexual orientation and gender identity to anti-discrimination protections, and acknowledges ongoing efforts to support LGBTQ+ communities. As a procedural resolution, it directly affects the state's official calendar and public acknowledgment of Pride Month, without imposing any legal obligations.

Maddy summarySB 390 creates a legal remedy for owners or handlers of service animals injured or killed due to another person's actions. It allows them to seek financial compensation for economic losses, including the animal's value, care costs (like vet bills and retraining), replacement expenses, and lost earnings. The law applies whether the harm was intentional, reckless, or accidental, and permits punitive damages for intentional or reckless conduct. It does not replace other existing legal options for service animal owners under Michigan law.

Maddy summarySB 388 increases penalties for drivers who fail to exercise caution around blind pedestrians using approved travel aids like canes, dog guides, or white walkers. It amends Michigan law to raise misdemeanor fines for violating crosswalk safety rules from $25-$200 to $100-$500, with higher penalties for injuries ($1,000 fine) or deaths ($7,500 fine, up to 10 years in prison). The bill clarifies that blind pedestrians not using aids retain full pedestrian rights and cannot be deemed negligent for not using them. It also establishes procedures for reporting violations to police and requires prosecutors to inform blind pedestrians of case outcomes. The law directly affects drivers near crosswalks and blind pedestrians using specified travel aids.

Maddy summarySB 132 creates a tax credit for Michigan taxpayers who donate to the endowment funds of qualifying community foundations. It directly affects individual income tax filers who make eligible contributions to these community foundations. The bill amends Michigan's tax code (MCL 206.1-206.847) by adding Section 261, allowing donors to reduce their state tax liability by a percentage of their donation. This is a concrete policy change that provides a financial incentive for charitable giving to community foundations.

Maddy summarySB 389 amends Michigan's sentencing guidelines to increase penalties for drivers who cause the death of a blind person or a guide dog while they are crossing a street in a crosswalk. The bill directly affects drivers involved in such fatal accidents by adding these specific scenarios to the state's sentencing considerations under MCL 777.17b. Key provisions require judges to impose harsher sentences for these offenses, acknowledging the vulnerability of blind individuals and service animals. The law aims to strengthen legal consequences for negligence in crosswalks where blind people or guide dogs are present. This is a substantive policy change focused on enhancing penalties for specific traffic-related fatalities.

Maddy summarySB 134 amends Michigan's Consumer Protection Act to clarify key definitions and expand protections for consumers. It adds specific definitions for "elder" (80+ years old), "small business" (under 250 employees or $6 million annual sales), and "vulnerable adult," while clarifying that the law does not apply to franchise sales or the sale of an ongoing business. The bill also refines the definition of "business opportunity" to prohibit sellers from making misleading income guarantees or refund promises that would mislead consumers. These changes aim to make consumer protection standards more precise and applicable to vulnerable groups and common business practices.

Maddy summarySenate Concurrent Resolution 5 is a memorial resolution honoring the life and public service of Darwin Booher, a former member of both the Michigan Senate and House of Representatives. The resolution offers tribute to his contributions and transmits copies to his family.