Sen. Mary Cavanagh

Maddy summaryThis bill requires medical malpractice insurance companies in Michigan to provide the Department of Health and Human Services with specific information about their policies covering perinatal care services upon request. The law mandates that insurers submit this data annually, and the department must forward the collected information to the Department of Health and Human Services within 60 days for a required study. Additionally, the bill includes a provision that prevents it from taking effect unless a separate related bill, Senate Bill 818, is also enacted into law.

Maddy summarySB 580 modifies the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to update how the Good Jobs for H.I.R.E. Michigan program issues and manages withholding tax capture revenue payments to eligible businesses. The bill clarifies that businesses must receive a specific certificate before requesting payments, which the fund must process within 90 days, and it establishes a 5% retention rate from these payments to cover administrative costs and program evaluations. Additionally, the legislation requires fund approval for any business mergers or ownership changes that would continue to receive these incentives and mandates the public disclosure of payment details on the fund's website. This bill is tied to SB 0579, meaning it will only become law if that companion bill is also enacted.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the Michigan Income Tax Act to rename the "Good Jobs for Michigan Fund" to the "Good Jobs for High-Wage Incentive for Regional Employment in Michigan Fund" and clarifies how tax revenues from certified new jobs are deposited into this renamed account. It also revises reporting requirements for employers, mandating that those with more than 250 employees file annual tax returns electronically and requiring specific breakdowns in reports for businesses participating in community college training agreements or the Good Jobs program. Additionally, the legislation adjusts the deadline for issuing tax statements to employees when an employer permanently ceases operations, shortening the timeframe from the end of the calendar year to 30 days after the final payment is made. These changes are contingent upon the simultaneous enactment of two companion bills, SB 579 and SB 580.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the Michigan Reconnect Grant Act to update eligibility requirements for individuals seeking financial aid for adult education. It directly affects adults aged 25 and older who are pursuing associate degrees or industry-recognized certificates at Michigan community colleges. The key provision establishes that this bill will only become effective if a companion bill, SB 406, is also passed into law. By linking its activation to another piece of legislation, the bill ensures that changes to the grant program are implemented as part of a coordinated legislative effort.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes the Reproductive Health Data Privacy Act in Michigan to protect personal information related to reproductive health status. It directly affects businesses and organizations that provide reproductive health services by requiring their explicit, opt-in consent before collecting, processing, or selling such data. The law also prohibits the use of geofencing technology to track individuals near reproductive health facilities and defines specific rules for what counts as valid consent, excluding vague terms of service or deceptive design. Additionally, the act outlines civil sanctions and remedies for violations, ensuring that only de-identified or aggregated data is exempt from these privacy protections.

Maddy summaryThis bill removes the existing cap on Michigan's Disaster and Emergency Contingency Fund, allowing the state to maintain a reserve of up to $10 million instead of the previous limit. It enables the director of emergency management to use these funds for employee overtime, travel, and subsistence during disasters, as well as for other emergency needs with the governor's approval. The legislation also clarifies that any leftover money in the fund at the end of a fiscal year will not be returned to the general budget but will remain available for future use. Additionally, the bill ensures that interest earned on investments made with the fund is credited back to the account.

Maddy summarySB 406 modifies the Michigan Reconnect Grant Act to update eligibility rules and establish a new short-term training program for adult learners. The bill maintains the existing requirement that grant recipients be at least 25 years old, though it allows for a temporary reduction to age 21 if funding permits, with this lower age limit expiring after the 2032 fiscal year. Additionally, the legislation creates a new skills scholarship program offering one-time grants of up to $1,500 for individuals to attend approved short-term occupational training programs. To receive these funds, applicants must meet the same age, residency, and education requirements as the standard reconnect grant and apply for all available financial aid. The bill also directs the state department to manage applications, approve qualified training programs, and maintain a public list of available options.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Youth Tobacco Act to strengthen penalties for minors who purchase, possess, or use tobacco, vapor, or alternative nicotine products in public places. It specifically prohibits minors from using false identification to obtain these items and outlines a tiered system of consequences, including fines, mandatory health assessments, and increasing amounts of community service for repeat offenses. The law includes exceptions for minors participating in authorized law enforcement operations or employment-related activities, and it requires the bill to be enacted alongside two other related measures to take effect.

Maddy summaryThis bill modifies the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to require the fund to submit a detailed annual report detailing its activities and financial assistance. The report must include specific data on every recipient, such as the types of projects funded, the amount of money given, and the actual number and average salary of new or retained jobs created. Additionally, the legislation mandates that the fund immediately notify legislative leaders and relevant committees if a recipient of significant funding files for bankruptcy. The bill also requires an annual audit by the auditor general to assess the fund's ability to meet its financial obligations and makes these reports and audits available to the public online.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's landlord-tenant laws to allow security deposits to be returned via electronic transfer instead of only by check or money order. It requires landlords to mail tenants an itemized list of claimed damages within 30 days of moving out, but permits them to send the refund directly to a bank account, mobile payment app, or internet payment service if they choose. If a landlord uses this electronic method, they must deposit the funds into the tenant's account within 10 days of mailing the notice. The bill also mandates that the damage notice include a specific, bolded statement informing tenants they must respond within seven days or forfeit the claimed amount.