Sen. Mark Huizenga

Maddy summarySenate Bill 299 establishes a pilot program in Michigan to assess the level of PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) in the blood of qualified participants and study their health effects. The Department of Health will administer a grant program to a research institution to conduct this program, which involves collecting and analyzing blood samples. A new PFAS pilot program fund is created to finance the program's grants, testing costs, and the development of educational materials about PFAS. The bill requires informed consent from participants and outlines reporting requirements for the department on the program's progress and findings.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 298 amends the Public Health Code to establish definitions for a PFAS pilot program. This bill defines "qualified study participants" as individuals who, while under 11 years old and on or after January 1, 2012, resided in specific counties and were exposed to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) through well water or a public water supply. It also defines "eligible research institutions" to conduct the program and creates a "PFAS pilot program fund." The full operational details of the pilot program itself are not included in this provided text. This act is tied to the enactment of Senate Bill 299.

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 summaryThis is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) introduced by Senator Chang designating March 2025 as Social Work Month. It recognizes the contributions of social workers in Michigan and across the U.S., highlighting their roles in mental health care, child welfare, advocacy for vulnerable populations, and community support. The resolution calls on citizens to join the National Association of Social Workers in celebrating this month. It does not create new policies or affect specific groups through legislative action.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 17) is a symbolic recognition of March 17, 2025, as Saint Patrick’s Day. It does not create new laws, affect any specific group, or change policies. The resolution commemorates the Feast of Saint Patrick, the Patron Saint of Ireland, and acknowledges Irish cultural heritage and contributions to the U.S. The Senate adopted it on March 13, 2025, as a ceremonial gesture.

Maddy summarySB 149 amends Michigan's Publicly Funded Health Insurance Contribution Act to update the definition of "public employer" to explicitly include regional airport authorities (as defined in the aeronautics code) and community colleges. This change requires these entities to contribute to the state's health insurance fund for their employees, as previously required of other public employers like school districts. The bill does not alter health benefits or costs but clarifies which organizations must comply with the act's contribution rules. It directly affects public employers such as community colleges, regional airport authorities, and other newly included entities.

Maddy summarySB 152 exempts sales of large aircraft (6,000+ pound takeoff weight) and qualifying parts/materials used for transporting cargo or passengers from Michigan's state sales tax. It directly affects domestic air carriers (businesses primarily transporting cargo or passengers) and aircraft sellers, provided the aircraft isn't based or registered in Michigan before/after the sale or maintenance. Key conditions include requiring the aircraft to leave Michigan within 15 days after qualifying transactions and excluding shop equipment, fuel, and smaller aircraft from the exemption. The bill modifies Michigan's General Sales Tax Act (MCL 205.54x) to create these specific tax exemptions.

Maddy summarySB 153 exempts certain aircraft parts and materials from Michigan's use tax when affixed to qualifying aircraft used by domestic air carriers. It applies to aircraft meeting specific weight requirements (e.g., 6,000+ pounds for post-1996 taxes) used for cargo, passenger transport, or mixed purposes. The bill also creates tax exemptions for aircraft temporarily in Michigan for maintenance, sales, or repairs (if removed within 15 days) and for interstate trucking equipment meeting usage criteria. These changes directly affect air carriers and motor carriers operating across state lines by reducing their tax burden on qualifying equipment purchases.

Maddy summaryThis Senate Resolution (SR 12) symbolically designates February 20, 2025, as "Conductive Education Day" to raise awareness about Conductive Education (CE). CE is a teaching system based on the brain's ability to reorganize itself, helping people with neuromotor conditions like cerebral palsy, stroke, or multiple sclerosis improve mobility and independence. The resolution highlights that CE could benefit nearly 9 million people in the U.S. and Canada but does not create new laws or funding. It serves as a ceremonial recognition, encouraging support for CE programs without altering policy or directly affecting any group.