Sen. John Damoose

Maddy summarySB 124 automatically extends Michigan individual income tax filing deadlines to match any federal extension provided by the IRS for the same tax year. It applies to taxpayers required to file annual returns, ensuring their state deadline aligns with the IRS extension date. The state tax department must publish any extended deadline and taxpayers cannot be charged interest or penalties during the extension period. This bill changes the process for deadline extensions but does not alter tax rates or benefits.

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 103 modifies Michigan's psychology licensing rules by requiring new limited license holders (except those working for government or certain nonprofits) to have supervision by a fully licensed psychologist for 180 days after the law takes effect. After this period, limited licensees must continue to have supervision unless they work for government/nonprofits without diagnosing autism spectrum disorders, or have held their limited license for at least 3 years while diagnosing autism. The bill directly affects psychology professionals seeking or holding limited licenses under current rules. It creates a temporary transition period followed by a permanent supervision requirement with specific exceptions for certain employment settings.

Maddy summarySB 104 modifies Michigan's licensing requirements for psychologists by updating the postgraduate experience rule. It directly affects individuals seeking a psychology license who hold a doctoral degree, requiring them to complete at least one year of supervised postdoctoral experience in a health care setting. The bill clarifies that this supervised experience must be overseen by a fully licensed psychologist (not a limited license holder) and specifies the arrangements approved by the licensing board. These changes apply to new applicants under the revised rules, streamlining the path to full licensure while maintaining supervision standards.

Maddy summarySB 110 adds a property tax exemption for the surviving spouse of an emergency first responder (police, firefighter, etc.) who died while on duty. It directly affects surviving spouses who own their primary residence (homestead) and do not remarry. The bill expands existing homestead tax exemptions - previously limited to disabled veterans and their spouses - to include this group, allowing them to avoid property taxes on their home indefinitely. To qualify, the spouse must apply annually by December 31, and the exemption applies to any homestead property they own, including property acquired after the first responder's death.

Maddy summarySB 92 creates a program to reimburse small businesses for revenue losses caused by unexpected road closures or construction delays exceeding schedules. It directly affects local businesses near road projects, providing grants up to $15,000 annually based on a three-year average revenue decline. The program requires businesses to apply with documentation, and the Department of Transportation must prioritize applications using specific criteria like revenue decline rate, construction duration, and traffic disruption severity. The bill establishes a dedicated fund in the state treasury, mandates annual reports to legislative committees on grant usage, and requires decisions on applications within 120 days.

Maddy summaryThis bill (SB 91) amends Michigan's income tax code to exclude certain gratuities received by tipped employees from taxable income. It directly affects Michigan workers in service industries (like restaurants) who earn tips, allowing them to deduct specific tip income from their taxable earnings. The key provision modifies Section 30 of the Income Tax Act to add this exclusion, reducing the taxable income for eligible tipped workers. This change aligns Michigan's tax treatment with federal guidelines for tip income deductions.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (not a law) introduced by Senator Santana to formally recognize February 2025 as Black History Month in Michigan. It does not create new policies or affect specific groups; instead, it affirms the legislature's support for the annual observance of Black History Month. The resolution cites historical context, honors African-American contributions, and encourages public awareness of both achievements and ongoing efforts toward racial equality. It was introduced and adopted by the Senate on February 12-13, 2025, with no further legislative action required.

Maddy summarySB 76 requires all Michigan public and nonpublic schools to implement a mobile panic alert system by the 2025-2026 school year, using existing school safety funding. The system must enable real-time coordination between schools, law enforcement, and first responders during security emergencies like lockdowns or active-shooter situations. Schools already using a compliant system can apply for an exemption through the state, while noncompliance may result in loss of state safety grants. The bill specifies technical requirements for system integration with 9-1-1 infrastructure and mandates state procurement through competitive bidding.

Maddy summarySB 77 allocates $6.7 million from the general fund to implement mobile panic alert systems in all public and nonpublic schools for the 2024-2025 school year, as required by existing law (MCL 380.1308c). The funds are designated as a "work project" with unspent balances carrying forward to 2025-2026, aiming for full system implementation by September 30, 2027. This bill specifically addresses school safety funding without creating new requirements, directly affecting Michigan schools' ability to meet existing panic alert system mandates. The allocation is part of broader education funding under Section 11 of the State School Aid Act.