Sen. Rick Outman

Maddy summarySB 143 requires mental health providers in Michigan to clearly explain a patient's rights - including the right to end voluntary treatment - in both oral and written form when treatment begins. It also mandates that providers give patients and the person who signed the consent form copies of the written consent agreement and a standard form for ending treatment, regardless of whether the patient has requested to stop care. This applies to all mental health treatment in Michigan, directly affecting patients, their designated representatives (like family members), and providers by ensuring informed consent and transparency from the start of care.

Maddy summarySB 142 amends Michigan's Mental Health Code (MCL 330.1100d and 330.1756) to modify the membership and advisory role of the State Recipient Rights Advisory Committee. Specifically, it clarifies that this committee advises both the director of the department and the director of the department's State Office of Recipient Rights, as established under Section 756. The bill updates definitions related to mental health services, substance use disorder treatment, and specialized residential care but does not create new programs or funding. This is a procedural amendment focused on clarifying committee structure and responsibilities.

Maddy summarySB 94 prohibits drug manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors from restricting 340B program pharmacies from accessing or receiving 340B drugs, which are discounted medications for safety-net healthcare providers. It requires 340B entities (like community health centers) to submit annual compliance reports starting in 2026, including program audits and community impact details. Additionally, drug manufacturers must report price increases exceeding 15% for drugs costing over $40 per treatment course, including cost data and patent details. These provisions directly affect pharmaceutical companies, participating pharmacies, and healthcare providers enrolled in the federal 340B drug pricing program.

Maddy summarySB 120 modifies Michigan's election law to require voters without standard identification to provide two specific documents: one proving their identity (like a driver's license or birth certificate) and one proving Michigan residency (like a utility bill or lease agreement). This applies directly to voters who cannot present standard ID at polling places. The bill changes the process by mandating these two documents instead of allowing a simple affidavit, with failure to provide both resulting in a provisional ballot. It updates existing sections (523, 523a, 813, 829) to define acceptable proof types and the verification process for such voters.

Maddy summarySB 121 prohibits Michigan state and local government employees from enforcing specific federal firearm regulations, including those requiring registration of firearms or ammunition, imposing firearm-specific taxes, banning possession, or ordering confiscation. It makes such federal laws unenforceable within Michigan and imposes $10,000 fines per violation on state employees who enforce them or political subdivisions that employ such individuals. The bill also allows individuals harmed by these enforcement attempts to seek court injunctions and recover attorney fees. It directly affects state agencies, local governments, and employees who might otherwise comply with federal firearm rules. The bill is currently pending in the Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety committee.

Maddy summarySB 119 requires Michigan public schools to include specific content about human development in biology curriculum by the 2025-2026 school year. It mandates that biology standards cover: (1) an overview of fetal development inside the uterus, (2) a minimum 3-minute high-definition ultrasound video showing early organ development, and (3) a computer animation depicting all stages of fetal growth with key developmental markers. This applies directly to Michigan public schools and biology teachers implementing the state’s required curriculum standards. The bill modifies existing education code sections to enforce these specific instructional requirements.

Maddy summarySB 118 creates a tax credit for Michigan taxpayers with qualifying dependents. It allows a credit equal to the state's "target foundation allowance" (from school funding law) for each dependent aged 5-18 who isn't enrolled in public school and has demonstrated grade-level reading/math proficiency through state or private tests. The credit reduces tax liability, and any excess amount is refunded to the taxpayer. This directly affects families with children meeting these specific educational and enrollment criteria.

Maddy summarySB 117 repeals specific sections of Michigan's corporate income tax provisions (MCL 206.1-206.532, 206.701-206.725, and 206.801-206.847) that governed corporate tax rates and reporting. The bill directly affects corporations previously subject to these repealed tax rules by eliminating those requirements. Key mechanism: it removes the referenced corporate tax sections from Michigan's tax code without replacing them. This is a procedural repeal of existing corporate tax provisions, not a new tax or personal income tax change. The bill is in early committee review (introduced March 5, 2025).

Maddy summarySB 122 modifies Michigan's Public Health Code to adjust the enforcement authority of the Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS). It updates specific sections governing public health regulations, including inspections, penalties for violations, and reporting requirements for health facilities. The bill also repeals outdated or redundant sections of the code to streamline enforcement processes. These changes directly affect health facilities, providers, and the MDHHS as they update how public health rules are implemented and enforced across the state.

Maddy summaryThis is a commemorative resolution (not a bill), designating February 2025 as "Michigan 2-1-1 Month" to raise public awareness of the 2-1-1 service. It recognizes the free, 24/7 helpline that connects Michigan residents with health, housing, food, and other community resources - used by 406,000 people last year. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but aims to highlight the service's role in supporting communities during disasters and daily needs. It was introduced by Senator Rick Outman and adopted unanimously on February 20, 2025.