Sen. Jon Bumstead

Maddy summarySB 347 repeals the 2021 Public Utilities Transmission Infrastructure Planning Act (2021 PA 125, MCL 460.591-460.593), which previously established requirements for transmission infrastructure planning. This bill directly affects the legal framework governing utility planning by removing the repealed statute from Michigan law. The repeal is procedural and does not create new policy; it simply eliminates the existing provisions related to transmission infrastructure planning. The bill requires SB 346 and a specific House Bill to also pass before taking effect.

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.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 51 commemorates May 21, 2025, as Cherry Industry Day in Michigan. This resolution acknowledges the state's significant role as the top cherry producer in the nation and the economic and health benefits of the cherry industry.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 49 is a tribute offered as a memorial for George Alvin McManus Jr., a former member of the Senate. The resolution honors his memory, acknowledges his service from 1991 to 2002, and directs copies to be sent to his family.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 46 recognizes May 14, 2025, as Michigan Rail Day. This resolution aims to celebrate the significant role that freight and passenger rail systems play for the residents and economy of Michigan.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 300 amends the Public Employee Retirement System Investment Act, modifying the duties of investment fiduciaries for public employee retirement plans. It mandates that fiduciaries must consider only "pecuniary factors" when evaluating investments, defining these as factors with a material effect on risk or return, and explicitly excluding social, political, or ideological objectives. The bill also expands the required content of annual reports published by these fiduciaries, including comprehensive financial, performance, and actuarial data. These changes directly impact the management and transparency of public employee retirement funds in the state.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 280 proposes to amend the Michigan vehicle code to make the recreation passport fee mandatory for all vehicle owners during the registration process. This means that instead of being an optional add-on, the fee would be automatically included when renewing or obtaining vehicle registration. The bill directly affects individuals who register vehicles in Michigan by changing how the recreation passport fee is collected.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 281 modifies how Michigan's recreation passport fees, used for state parks and now also state-operated public boating access sites, are defined and distributed. It revises the allocation percentages of these fees, directing a larger share towards state park improvements and increasing funding for local public recreation facilities. Additionally, the bill creates a new program to provide grants to local governments and nonprofits for water trail development. Finally, it mandates an annual appropriation from the state's general fund to cover estimated recreation passport fees not collected from certain exempt motor vehicles, ensuring these funds are still used for recreation.

Maddy summarySB 161 expands Michigan's worker's compensation law to presume that heart and respiratory diseases are work-related for public safety workers. It applies to firefighters, police officers, sheriff's deputies, conservation officers, and other first responders who develop these conditions during active service. The bill creates a new "Christopher R. Slezak first responder presumed coverage fund" to handle claims, shifting responsibility from employers to the fund. Workers must still meet service requirements (60+ months) and demonstrate work-related exposure, but the presumption simplifies proving workplace connection for these specific conditions.

Maddy summarySB 126 would eliminate Michigan's participation in daylight saving time (DST), meaning the state would no longer advance clocks in spring or set them back in fall. It directly affects all Michiganders and state government entities by changing how time is observed statewide. The bill requires voter approval through a referendum at the November 2026 general election; if approved, it would take effect 30 days after the election results are certified. This change would exempt Michigan from federal DST rules under 15 USC 260a.