Sen. Sam Singh

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Youth Tobacco Act to strengthen penalties for minors who purchase, possess, or use tobacco, vapor, or alternative nicotine products in public places. It specifically prohibits minors from using false identification to obtain these items and outlines a tiered system of consequences, including fines, mandatory health assessments, and increasing amounts of community service for repeat offenses. The law includes exceptions for minors participating in authorized law enforcement operations or employment-related activities, and it requires the bill to be enacted alongside two other related measures to take effect.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the Age of Majority Act to clarify that the age of 18 applies to all legal purposes, except for specific areas like child support and tobacco regulations. It explicitly states that laws requiring individuals aged 18 to 20 to be treated differently than those 21 or older are no longer valid, with the notable exception of the Nicotine and Tobacco Act which maintains a minimum age of 21 for purchasing tobacco products. The legislation also removes previous legal distinctions for 18-to-20-year-olds in various other state statutes, effectively aligning their rights and responsibilities with those of adults aged 21 and older in most contexts.

Maddy summarySB 1022 amends the Michigan Consumer Protection Act to update definitions and add new rules regarding business opportunities, trade practices, and vulnerable populations. The bill clarifies what constitutes a "business opportunity" by including specific guarantees about income or location assistance, while also establishing protections for elders and vulnerable adults in commercial transactions. It introduces new sections to address issues like trademark impersonation by performing groups and sets specific criteria for what counts as a small business. By refining these legal definitions and adding new provisions, the legislation aims to strengthen consumer safeguards without changing the fundamental structure of existing consumer laws.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to require the fund to submit a detailed annual report detailing its activities and financial assistance. The report must include specific data on every recipient, such as the types of projects funded, the amount of money given, and the actual number and average salary of new or retained jobs created. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the fund immediately notify legislative leaders and relevant committees if a recipient of significant funding files for bankruptcy. The bill also requires an annual audit by the auditor general to assess the fund's ability to meet its financial obligations and makes these reports and audits available to the public online.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the tax rate for sports betting operators in Michigan from 8.4% to 8.5% on their gross receipts. It requires these operators, including those run by Indian tribes, to pay the tax monthly by the tenth day of the following month. The revenue generated is split between the state and the city where the operator is located, with specific funds designated for local police, public safety, neighborhood development, and road repairs. Additionally, the bill clarifies that operators cannot be subject to other state or local taxes unless they already have a specific agreement with a city.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the tax rates and allocation rules for internet gaming operators in Michigan, specifically excluding Indian tribes from the new graduated tax structure. It establishes a tiered tax system where rates increase from 21% to 29% based on an operator's adjusted gross receipts, with payments due monthly. The legislation also adjusts how these tax revenues are distributed, directing a larger portion to the state fund and a smaller share to the city where the operator is located, while maintaining a minimum revenue floor for cities. Additionally, it clarifies that operators are exempt from other state and local taxes unless covered by specific existing agreements or municipal service fees.

Maddy summaryThis bill directs the Michigan Department of Education to establish a statewide behavioral threat assessment and management program for all public and nonpublic schools. The program requires the department to build a secure, cloud-based system that gathers data from various sources, such as law enforcement and mental health records, to identify and assess potential threats to school safety. Schools must use approved models to categorize student risk levels, create intervention plans, and manage case information while adhering to strict security protocols that limit access to authorized personnel only. Additionally, the legislation mandates regular training for staff, quarterly audits of system access, and annual reporting to state officials on the program's activities.

Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new fund within the state treasury to support Michigan's behavioral threat assessment and management program for schools. It appropriates $13 million from the general fund for the fiscal year ending in 2025 and allows the state treasurer to accept additional money, grants, or gifts for the fund. The designated department must use these resources to develop, implement, and maintain the program in accordance with existing safety laws, with any unused funds carried forward to the next year. The bill also establishes that these specific funds will not lapse at the end of the fiscal year and must be spent efficiently on the program's designated purposes.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the definitions and licensing rules for adult foster care facilities in Michigan to clarify who and what counts as a facility under the law. It directly affects the state Department of Health and Human Services, facility operators, and the adults receiving care by refining categories such as family homes, small group homes, and large group homes based on resident capacity. The legislation also adjusts the definition of "adult" to include individuals placed in specific care settings and clarifies which existing institutions, like nursing homes or child camps, are excluded from these new rules. By revising sections of the Adult Foster Care Facility Licensing Act, the bill aims to create clearer standards for how these residential care environments are classified and regulated.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the definitions within Michigan's Child Care Organizations Act to clarify who and what falls under state regulation. It specifically revises the criteria for "child care staff members" and "child care organizations" to include a broader range of workers and facilities, such as therapeutic group homes and certain camps. The legislation also removes a previous provision that excluded licensed camps from the act's definition of a child care organization. These changes ensure that the law's terminology accurately reflects the variety of settings and personnel involved in caring for minors.