Maddy summaryThis bill allows Michigan local governments to impose certain restrictions on firearms, including banning open carry in government buildings and regulating how pneumatic guns are handled by minors. The legislation specifically permits cities and counties to prohibit employees from carrying firearms at work, ban threatening displays of pneumatic guns, and require adult supervision for pneumatic guns used by individuals under 16. Local units retain the authority to regulate conduct involving firearms that is already illegal under state law, while law enforcement officers are explicitly exempted from open carry prohibitions. The bill amends existing state law to clarify these permitted local restrictions without affecting broader firearm ownership rights.
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Maddy summaryThis bill expands Michigan's gun-free zone laws to include all buildings owned, operated, or leased by the state, with the exception of state-owned shooting ranges. The legislation modifies existing restrictions that currently prohibit firearm possession in various locations such as schools, churches, hospitals, and libraries, while maintaining exemptions for licensed concealed carry permit holders, peace officers, and security personnel. Additionally, the bill clarifies penalties for violations, establishing a tiered system where first offenses result in civil infractions and subsequent violations can lead to misdemeanor or felony charges depending on frequency. The measure directly affects individuals carrying firearms in state facilities and those operating or visiting these properties.
Maddy summaryThis bill would prohibit the sale, offering for sale, and possession of ammunition magazines capable of holding more than 10 rounds in Michigan starting January 1, 2027. It directly affects firearm owners, sellers, and manufacturers by restricting access to high-capacity magazines. Violations of this prohibition would be classified as a misdemeanor punishable by up to 90 days in jail, a fine of up to $500, or both. The law includes exceptions for specific situations not detailed in the provided text.
Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's concealed carry laws to explicitly include all state-owned or leased buildings as weapon-free zones, in addition to existing locations like schools, hospitals, and courts. The change requires individuals with concealed pistol licenses to refrain from carrying firearms on any property owned or leased by the state, with exceptions for shooting ranges. The legislation also prohibits the carrying of electro-muscular disruption devices on these same premises. Penalties for violations include a fine of up to $500 and a six-month suspension of the concealed carry license for first offenses.
Maddy summarySB 814 amends Michigan's Public Officers Financial Disclosure Act to change the annual filing deadline for public officers' financial reports from May 15 to April 15, effective starting in 2027. This affects all state public officers required to file financial disclosures, including elected officials and appointed staff. The bill specifies that the new April 15 deadline applies to reports covering the prior calendar year (e.g., 2027 report due April 15, 2028), with an exception for officers who served only part of the year. It also clarifies that the 2024 report (covering Jan 1-Dec 31, 2024) must be filed by June 13, 2025, as a one-time adjustment. The change streamlines the reporting timeline without altering disclosure requirements or penalties.
Maddy summarySB 815 changes the deadline for candidates for public office in Michigan to file financial disclosure reports. It moves the standard filing date from May 15 to April 15 each year for elections after 2027, with a special June 13, 2025 deadline for the 2024 reporting period. The bill also adds a 9-business-day window to correct errors after receiving notice from the Secretary of State and clarifies that candidates covered by another financial disclosure law (2023 PA 281) don’t need to file duplicate reports. This directly affects candidates running for elected positions who must disclose their finances.
Maddy summaryThis bill is a concurrent resolution that formally honors Bruce Patterson, a former Michigan state legislator who served in both the House of Representatives and Senate. It recognizes his public service career, which included leadership roles in committees on energy policy, environmental protection, and consumer rights, as well as his advocacy for nursing home care and water pollution control. The resolution expresses the Legislature's tribute to his memory and directs that copies be sent to his family.
Maddy summarySB 509 prohibits Michigan government entities (like police departments, courts, or DMVs) from sharing personal information - including addresses, IDs, or criminal history - with federal immigration authorities unless a court-issued warrant is presented. It requires agencies to verify if requests are for immigration enforcement and deny such requests without a warrant. Agencies must also report annual data on these requests to state officials by March 31 each year. The law aims to prevent local government data from being used in federal immigration actions without judicial oversight.
Maddy summarySB 801 prohibits law enforcement officers from stopping, detaining, or arresting individuals based solely on personal characteristics like race, ethnicity, language, religious affiliation, or perceived sexual orientation. It also bans officers from entering a dwelling using a federal administrative warrant. The bill amends existing law to clarify when federal officers may enforce state law (requiring state warrants or joint investigations) and specifies that such enforcement must comply with the new restrictions. These provisions directly affect all Michigan law enforcement officers (state and federal) and individuals subject to stops or searches under the bill's rules.
Maddy summarySB 492 requires Michigan schools to verify a student's identity and age during enrollment by providing either a birth certificate or alternative proof (like a written statement explaining why a birth certificate can't be provided) within 30 days. If families fail to comply, schools must refer the case to local law enforcement after a second 30-day notice period. The bill also establishes new rules for transferring student records between schools, mandating written requests with specific details and requiring schools to confirm enrollment before sharing records. It includes a privacy safeguard prohibiting schools from disclosing student records to law enforcement except as permitted under federal law (FERPA). This affects parents/guardians enrolling students, school districts, and law enforcement agencies.