Sen. Dayna Polehanki

Maddy summarySenate Bill 302, titled the "agricultural equipment repair act," requires original equipment manufacturers and authorized repair providers of agricultural equipment to make diagnostic, maintenance, and repair parts, tools, and documentation available. This access is provided to independent repair providers and owners of agricultural equipment, such as tractors and combines. The bill specifies that these resources must be offered at fair and reasonable costs and under fair and reasonable terms. The goal is to ensure that owners and independent shops can access the necessary materials to repair their farm machinery.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 42 is a commemorative resolution that observes May 5-9, 2025, as Teacher Appreciation Week. The resolution formally recognizes the dedication and hard work of teachers in Michigan and encourages residents to show their gratitude.

Maddy summarySB 234 requires Michigan public school districts and public school academies to create and implement policies limiting student cell phone use during school hours starting in the 2025-2026 school year. The policy must restrict phones during instructional time, breaks, lunch, and recess, while requiring exceptions for emergencies, medical devices, and students with disabilities (as required by law). Schools must detail enforcement methods and post the policy on their websites. This directly affects all Michigan K-12 public schools and their governing boards. The bill does not ban phones outright but mandates structured policies to reduce classroom distractions.

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 35 recognizes April 23-24, 2025, as Holocaust Remembrance Day. This resolution encourages the citizens of Michigan to reflect on this historical event and strive to overcome hatred and intolerance through learning and remembrance.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 36 officially recognizes April 28, 2025, as Workers’ Memorial Day in Michigan. The resolution pays tribute to workers who have been injured, disabled, or died due to workplace accidents, both in Michigan and globally. It also urges all citizens to honor the contributions of Michigan's workforce and call for increased workplace safety standards.

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 summarySenate Bill 129 amends Michigan's Open Meetings Act to expand the circumstances under which public bodies can hold electronic meetings. Primarily, it allows appointed members of public bodies with disabilities to participate remotely as an accommodation, enabling them to fully engage without disclosing the nature of their disability, provided they are physically in the state. However, this accommodation does not apply to elected members or to state legislative bodies when taking a formal vote. Additionally, the bill permits remote meetings for public bodies managing municipal public employee retirement systems and joint agencies formed under the Michigan energy employment act.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 24 designates April 11-17, 2025, as Black Maternal Health Week. This resolution formally commemorates the week to raise awareness about the disparities in maternal health outcomes affecting Black mothers.

Maddy summarySenate Bill 202 amends existing law to specifically prohibit intentionally making false reports of medical or other emergencies to emergency services, such as police, fire departments, or 9-1-1 operators. This bill addresses incidents where individuals falsely report serious emergencies to provoke an emergency response, sometimes known as "swatting." Penalties for these false reports vary, increasing significantly if the emergency response leads to physical injury, serious impairment, or death. The bill also allows courts to order convicted individuals, or the parents of juvenile offenders, to pay for the costs incurred by the emergency response.