This bill authorizes the Michigan State Administrative Board to transfer a specific 0.29-acre parcel of surplus state-owned land in Eaton County to the Michigan Police Equipment Company. The transfer is designed to resolve a minor encroachment issue where the company's buildings slightly overlap with state property. The legislation mandates that the company pay at least the fair market value of the land plus the state's reasonable costs to complete the sale, and it requires that any future oil or gas revenue generated from the property be split equally between the company and the state. Additionally, the bill ensures that all permanent improvements on the land are included in the transfer while reserving the state's right to access and remove any aboriginal antiquities found on the site.
HB 5849 amends Michigan's Revised Judicature Act to update the legal definitions and references regarding prostitution within the state's nuisance laws. The bill modifies specific sections of the law to ensure consistency with current terminology and statutes concerning commercial sexual activity and related offenses. It classifies buildings, vehicles, and other locations used for prostitution as nuisances and holds owners or operators accountable for maintaining such spaces. This change is a technical update to existing legal frameworks rather than a new criminal prohibition, and it requires the passage of a companion bill to become effective.
This bill requires Michigan public schools to offer an optional lesson on organ, eye, and tissue donation to students before they finish ninth grade. The state education department must create or adopt a short presentation model by January 1, 2025, which includes information about the Michigan organ donor registry and can be delivered within a single class period. While school boards are encouraged to use this material, parents or legal guardians can request that their child be excused from the lesson without any penalty.
This bill establishes a new licensing requirement for programs in Michigan that provide substance use disorder treatment and rehabilitation services. It mandates that any organization offering these specific services must obtain a license from the Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, unless they already hold a license for psychological, medical, or social services, or are specific types of hospitals and long-standing nonprofit organizations. The legislation outlines the process for applying for a license, which includes notifying local community groups and allowing public comment before a decision is made. Additionally, the bill grants the department the authority to create rules for administering the program and to take legal action against unlicensed operators if their activities pose a serious risk to patients.
This bill, known as the Hotel and Lodging Pricing Protection Act, prohibits hotels, bed and breakfasts, and campgrounds from raising their room rates by more than 15% during a declared state of emergency unless they can prove the increase is due to higher costs or pre-existing discounts. It directly affects lodging businesses operating in areas impacted by disasters such as natural hazards, fires, or public health crises by banning them from charging excessively high prices compared to rates offered immediately before the emergency. The legislation also establishes enforcement mechanisms that allow state and local prosecutors to issue written demands for documents and testimony to investigate violations, with penalties and legal actions available if businesses fail to comply.
This bill requires Michigan's Department of Education to create and distribute informational notices about sextortion to school districts, academies, and their staff, students in grades 6 through 12, and parents. The notices must explain the legal definition of sextortion, include the relevant state law, and provide contact details for the state police office of school safety. Additionally, school boards are mandated to develop educational policies on the topic and hold at least one annual meeting to share free resources on sextortion from federal and national organizations. The legislation defines sextortion as a form of child sexual exploitation where an adult threatens to share a minor's nude or sexual image unless they provide more content, engage in sexual activity, or pay money.
This bill modifies Michigan's Food Law to update the definitions of "adulterated" food and clarify rules for specific food operations. It directly affects cottage food producers, bed and breakfasts, and agricultural use operations by refining what constitutes unsafe food and how these businesses are classified. The key changes include clarifying the definition of adulterated food regarding nonnutritive substances in confectionery and specifying that certain agricultural facilities are not considered food processors for property tax purposes. Additionally, the bill updates the legal definitions for "bed and breakfast" and "agricultural use operation" to ensure they meet consistent licensing and safety standards. These adjustments aim to provide clearer guidance for small-scale food businesses while maintaining public health protections.
This bill modifies Michigan's Guardianship Assistance Act to clarify definitions and update the eligibility requirements for financial support provided to guardians of foster children. It directly affects prospective guardians, including relatives and licensed foster parents, who wish to adopt or permanently care for children currently in the foster system. The key provision requires that a child must have lived with a prospective guardian for at least six months before they can apply for assistance, while also mandating background checks and fingerprinting for the guardian and all adults in their home. Additionally, the bill redefines who qualifies as a "relative" to include individuals with strong emotional ties to the child, provided they meet specific criteria set by the state or the child's tribe.
This bill directs the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services to create a comprehensive lead poisoning prevention program aimed at protecting children and reducing exposure to lead-based paint. Key provisions require the department to develop educational materials for healthcare providers, schools, and parents, while also establishing a system to track blood lead test results and automatically notify local health officials when a child under three is found to have elevated levels. Upon receiving such a notification, the department must initiate contact with the child's doctor or local health department and ensure the child is referred to the Early On program for support. Additionally, the bill mandates annual reports to the legislature detailing the number of children screened and diagnosed with high lead levels, as well as a financial accounting of the program's expenditures.
This bill establishes the Michigan e-bike transportation incentive program to provide financial assistance for purchasing electric bicycles. It creates a process where the state issues discount vouchers to residents who are at least 18 years old and meet specific eligibility criteria, such as participating in certain assistance programs or having a household income below 300% of the federal poverty level. Qualified residents receive a voucher worth up to $300, while income-qualified residents receive up to $600, both capped at 90% of the bike's price and limited to one per person. The program requires retailers to register with the state and mandates that vouchers be redeemed within one year, with the initiative set to end on December 31, 2028.
This bill updates Michigan laws to regulate the conduct of court reporters, recorders, stenomask operators, and the owners of their firms. It prohibits these professionals from entering financial relationships that could compromise their impartiality and requires them to disclose all fees to every party involved in a deposition before a blanket contract is signed. The legislation also bans giving incentives to attorneys or clients, limits the price charged for transcript copies to two-thirds of the original cost, and forbids extra charges for electronic transmission or remote depositions unless the non-scheduling party consents in writing.
HB 5800 amends the Deferred Presentment Service Transactions Act to update internal references regarding money transmission services within Michigan's financial regulations. The bill specifically revises the definition of "deferred presentment service transaction" to clarify that it does not include delays in loan repayment checks issued by lenders already licensed under other state laws, such as those regulating consumer finance or motor vehicle sales. This change ensures that payday lenders and other financial institutions providing check-cashing services operate under a consistent regulatory framework that distinguishes their activities from those of licensed loan providers. The legislation is set to take effect on January 1, 2025, provided a related companion bill is also enacted.
