Maddy summaryThis bill requires Michigan law enforcement agencies to create written policies mandating that officers intervene when they witness another officer using excessive force. The legislation defines excessive force as any action beyond what is objectively reasonable to protect safety or comply with laws, and it obligates officers to stop such incidents whenever it is safe and feasible to do so. Additionally, the bill mandates that officers who observe excessive force must report the incident to a supervisor within 72 hours, and it establishes that failing to intervene or report is grounds for disciplinary action, which can include dismissal or demotion. Agencies are also required to provide copies of these new policies to all their officers, while retaining the ability to adopt stricter rules if they choose.
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Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's Freedom of Information Act to explicitly include the state legislature and the governor's office within its scope, ensuring their records are subject to public disclosure requests. It clarifies definitions for terms like "public body" and "public record" to cover digital formats such as cloud storage and quantum computing systems while excluding personal notes and certain software licenses. The legislation also establishes specific procedures for handling requests, including requirements for contact information and the right to subscribe to regularly issued records, with exceptions for the executive office of the governor and legislative fiscal agencies. By amending existing sections of the law, the bill aims to standardize how citizens can access government information across all branches of state government.
Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's Freedom of Information Act to include the state legislature and the governor's office, ensuring they are subject to the same public records rules as other government agencies. It requires the Speaker of the House and the Senate Majority Leader to appoint specific coordinators to handle requests and appeals for their respective chambers. Under the new rules, if a legislative body denies access to records, citizens can appeal to these designated coordinators before filing a lawsuit, and courts must prioritize hearing these cases to ensure timely resolution.
Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan election laws to standardize the format and content of petitions used for constitutional amendments, legislation, and candidate nominations. It mandates specific layout requirements, such as bold headings and standardized warnings, while also requiring petition circulators to clearly indicate whether they are paid or volunteers. Additionally, the bill clarifies the counting process by specifying that only the first valid signature from any individual will be counted if a duplicate appears on a petition. These changes aim to streamline the petitioning process and ensure consistency across different types of election filings.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires individuals who collect signatures for political petitions in Michigan to be paid an hourly wage instead of a flat fee per signature. The law applies to petitions for candidates, ballot measures, and recall elections, prohibiting any compensation based on the number of signatures gathered. By mandating hourly pay, the legislation aims to standardize how petition circulators are compensated across different types of electoral processes.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates the Biased and Unjust Care Reporting Act to establish a system for reporting mistreatment during pregnancy and the postpartum period. It defines specific harmful behaviors, including obstetric racism and obstetric violence, and requires the state Department of Civil Rights to use a validated survey tool to collect these reports. The department must then compile and share de-identified data on the frequency of these incidents with state officials, while ensuring no personal identifying information is disclosed. The legislation directly affects pregnant and postpartum individuals seeking gynecological care and the health facilities and professionals providing that care.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires petition circulators in Michigan to either show voters where the summary of a proposed measure is located or read that summary aloud before collecting a signature. The law directly affects individuals gathering signatures for ballot initiatives and the sponsors of those petitions. If a circulator fails to follow this rule, the petition sponsor faces a civil penalty of up to $1,500 or $50 for each violation, whichever amount is higher. This change aims to ensure voters are informed about the purpose of a measure before they sign a petition.
Maddy summaryThis bill requires the Michigan Liquor Control Commission to suspend a retailer's license for 14 days if they make six or more bounced payments to a wholesaler within a 12-month period. The rule applies specifically to retailers who fail to honor their payment obligations to suppliers on different dates over a consecutive year. By adding this new section to the state's liquor control code, the legislation establishes a clear financial threshold that triggers automatic license suspension.
Maddy summarySB 1068 updates Michigan election laws to clarify how voter registration records are managed and how election challenges are handled. The bill requires clerks to send notices to voters who may have moved, giving them a specific window to update their address or vote in their former precinct. It also establishes an inactive voter file for individuals who do not vote for six consecutive years or fail to respond to address confirmation notices, while ensuring they remain eligible to vote. Additionally, the legislation modifies procedures for challenging voter registration and clarifies how absent voter ballots must be marked when a voter's record is in the inactive file. These changes directly affect county clerks, election officials, and registered voters across the state.
Maddy summarySB 1010 allows private individuals to transfer ownership of off-road vehicles and watercraft electronically without visiting a state office, provided neither party is a licensed dealer. This change applies to Michigan residents buying or selling these items directly with one another, streamlining the process by letting them use a digital system managed by the Department of State. The bill authorizes the department to create and run this online platform while requiring all users to follow specific rules and protect sensitive data. Existing laws requiring physical title transfers for these items remain in effect for transactions involving dealers or those not using the new electronic option.