Sen. Stephanie Chang

Maddy summarySenate Bill 991 amends Michigan's Consumer Protection Act to prohibit businesses from using certain algorithms and protected class data to set prices. This law directly affects companies that sell goods or services by banning the practice of adjusting prices based on factors like race, age, or other personal characteristics. The bill adds a new section to the statute to explicitly make this pricing behavior unlawful, ensuring that consumers are not charged different amounts for the same items based on their personal data.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Michigan Department of Education to establish a list of approved elementary reading curriculum materials that schools must use. It mandates the department to approve specific screening and progress-monitoring assessments while also developing a literacy coach model to support teachers in implementing evidence-based reading instruction. The legislation outlines detailed duties for literacy coaches, such as modeling strategies and providing data-driven intervention, and sets a deadline for districts to report on individual reading improvement plans by the 2027-2028 school year. Additionally, the bill directs the department to create dyslexia expertise and regularly update a dyslexia resource guide to assist schools in addressing reading difficulties. These changes directly affect public school districts, academies, and the educators who work within them.

Maddy summarySB 995 proposes to create a new state tax credit for Michigan employers starting in 2026, allowing them to reduce their income tax liability by 50% of the federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit they would have received. This credit is available only to businesses that hire Michigan residents who are certified by the state unemployment agency as members of specific targeted groups facing employment barriers. The bill specifies that any unused portion of the credit cannot be refunded if it exceeds the employer's tax bill, and it includes provisions for flow-through entities to claim credits based on their share of business income.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows certain Michigan nonprofit organizations to claim a tax credit against state income tax withholdings for wages paid to qualified employees. The credit applies to tax years starting on or after January 1, 2026, and is limited to 50% of the amount the employer would have received under a federal work opportunity credit. To qualify, employees must be Michigan residents certified by the state unemployment agency as members of a targeted group, and the credit cannot be refunded if it exceeds the employer's withholding tax liability. The legislation also requires that any unused federal credits from previous years be excluded from the calculation. The bill will only take effect if a companion bill, SB 995, is also passed into law.

Maddy summaryThis Senate resolution designates May 2026 as Treatment Court Month to honor the work of treatment courts across the state and nation. The measure does not alter any laws or create new programs; instead, it serves as a formal recognition of these courts' role in helping individuals with substance use and mental health challenges. By highlighting the success of these specialized courts, the bill aims to raise public awareness about their impact on community safety and individual recovery.

Maddy summaryThis bill, known as the Cryptocurrency Kiosk Fraud Prevention Act, prohibits the installation and operation of cryptocurrency kiosks in Michigan. It defines these kiosks as electronic terminals that allow users to buy, sell, or exchange digital currencies for traditional money. The law applies to all individuals and businesses, preventing them from setting up or allowing these terminals on any property they own or control. Violations of the ban result in civil fines ranging from $2,000 to $5,000 for a first offense and $5,000 to $10,000 for subsequent offenses.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Mobile Home Commission Act to require park owners to notify residents and the state department before selling a mobile home park, giving residents 60 days to organize a purchase. If residents form a homeowners' association within that window, they can request the sale details and submit a formal offer, which the owner must then negotiate in good faith. The legislation also establishes a civil penalty of up to $250,000 for owners who fail to follow these notification and negotiation steps, while excluding sales resulting from bank foreclosures from these requirements.

Maddy summarySB 939 amends the State Housing Development Authority Act to clarify and expand the powers of the State Housing Development Authority in Michigan. The bill grants the authority the ability to conduct housing studies, manage loans and mortgages, set construction standards for mobile homes, and acquire or dispose of real property to support housing initiatives. Additionally, it allows the authority to use accumulated fees and interest income for corporate purposes and to encourage community organizations in housing projects. This legislation directly affects the State Housing Development Authority and its capacity to administer housing programs and financial assistance across the state.

Maddy summarySB 934 updates Michigan's Mobile Home Commission Act to modernize regulations for manufactured housing, mobile home parks, and dealers. The bill clarifies definitions for terms like 'mobile home,' 'infraction,' and 'material deficiency' to distinguish between minor violations and those threatening health or safety. It also establishes new sections to guide local government roles and streamline licensing processes by specifying when an application is considered complete. These changes aim to provide clearer standards for the licensure, operation, and management of mobile home facilities across the state.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan laws regarding mobile home park tenancies by clarifying the specific reasons, known as 'just cause,' under which a landlord can legally evict a tenant. It directly affects tenants in mobile home parks and park operators by defining valid grounds for eviction, such as lease violations, nonpayment of rent after three occurrences in a year, property damage, or public safety issues. The legislation also introduces a new requirement for an in-person conference between the tenant and park operator within 20 days of an eviction demand, while ensuring tenants must continue paying rent until the legal process concludes. Additionally, the bill mandates that eviction judgments explicitly inform tenants of their right to sell their mobile home on the site within 15 days of losing their lease.