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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 11, 2026

SB 549: Insurance: other; data security enforcement; modify. Amends secs. 553, 561 & 563 of 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.553 et seq.) & adds secs. 564 & 564a.

SB 549 amends Michigan's Insurance Code to strengthen data security requirements for insurers handling personal information. It requires insurers to notify Michigan residents if their unencrypted personal data (like Social Security numbers or financial account details) was accessed by unauthorized parties, or if encrypted data was accessed with the encryption key. The law also mandates that insurers notify data owners if a breach affects information they own but the insurer maintains. These notifications must be provided without unreasonable delay after determining the breach could cause substantial harm or identity theft. The bill directly affects Michigan residents whose data is held by insurers and the insurers themselves, who must now follow specific breach notification protocols.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyStrengthens insurer data security requirements, mandates breach notifications for personal information, enhancing data privacy protections.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Data Privacy

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Oct 22, 2025

SB 618: Traffic control: driver license; mobile enhanced driver license or mobile enhanced official state personal identification card; provide for. Amends secs. 2 & 4 of 2008 PA 23 (MCL 28.302 & 28.304). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0620'25

SB 618 amends Michigan's Enhanced Driver License Act to create mobile versions of enhanced licenses and identification cards. It allows residents who already hold a physical enhanced driver license or enhanced official state ID card to access a mobile digital version through a state-developed app. Key provisions include requiring the mobile version to match physical card data, using encrypted radio frequency technology (without biometrics), and charging a $4 fee for issuance or renewal. This directly affects Michigan residents with existing enhanced licenses who choose to use mobile versions for entering the U.S. at ports of entry or as digital ID. The bill does not change eligibility requirements but adds a secure mobile option for current enhanced license holders.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill enables secure mobile ID via encrypted RF tech (no biometrics), enhancing cybersecurity and data privacy protections per bill provisions.95% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Oct 28, 2025

HB 5132: Businesses: other; regulation of convertible virtual currency; limit. Creates new act.

HB 5132, the "Use of Convertible Virtual Currency Protection Act," prohibits Michigan government entities from restricting how individuals or businesses use digital money (like Bitcoin) for personal purchases, as collateral, or via self-managed digital wallets. It specifically bans taxes or reporting requirements for transactions under $200 using digital money. The bill also allows people harmed by violations to sue for triple their actual damages. This directly affects residents and businesses using digital currency in Michigan, ensuring their transactions remain tax-free and unregulated for small amounts.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill prohibits government restrictions on digital money use, bans taxes/reporting for small transactions, and protects digital currency adoption per its title and summary.90% confidence

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passed both · Michigan · House Oct 30, 2025

HB 4128: Corporate income tax: credits; credit for advanced small modular reactor generated power; provide for. Amends 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.1 - 206.847) by adding sec. 678. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4127'25, HB 4129'25, HB 4125'25, HB 4126'25, HB 4124'25

HB 4128 creates a new corporate income tax credit for businesses generating power from advanced small modular reactors (SMRs) in Michigan. It directly affects utility companies and energy developers investing in SMR technology by providing a financial incentive to offset project costs. The key provision adds Section 678 to Michigan's tax code, allowing qualifying entities to claim a credit against their state corporate income tax liability for SMR-generated electricity. This policy change aims to support clean energy development without specifying expected outcomes or endorsing particular technologies. The bill passed the House on October 28, 2025, and is now pending final approval in the Senate.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates corporate income tax credit for SMR power generation, reducing tax liability for qualifying businesses per tax code amendment.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill provides tax credit for SMR-generated power, incentivizing investment in advanced nuclear energy infrastructure, aligning with clean energy development goals.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProvides tax credit to incentivize investment in SMR energy technology, directly funding a specific tech sector per bill's financial incentive mechanism.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Nuclear Renewable Energy

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passed both · Michigan · House Apr 16, 2026

HB 4720: Elections: voting equipment; use of electronic voting systems that contain certain parts or equipment; prohibit. Amends secs. 795 & 795a of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.795 & 168.795a).

HB 4720 prohibits Michigan jurisdictions from using electronic voting systems containing parts or equipment from foreign entities listed by the FCC under federal law, effective January 1, 2026. This directly affects election officials and voting equipment vendors who must ensure their systems comply with this ban. The bill amends existing requirements to maintain paper ballots, accessibility standards, audit trails, and other voting system safeguards under Michigan's election law (MCL 168.795). It does not change current voting procedures but adds a new security-related restriction on equipment sourcing.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits foreign voting components to enhance election cybersecurity, aligning with data privacy and security protections under FCC guidelines.95% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Nov 4, 2025

HB 5165: Environmental protection: other; electronic submissions for registrations, notices, inspection and test reports, and other documentary information required under part 211; require. Amends sec. 21105 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.21105).

HB 5165 requires Michigan's Department of Environment to transition from paper-based to electronic submissions for environmental compliance documents related to underground storage tanks starting October 1, 2026. It directly affects businesses managing underground fuel tanks, as well as other entities submitting registrations, inspection reports, and test results under Part 211 of Michigan's environmental law. The bill mandates a web-based digital system with features like mobile access, GPS tracking for facilities, embedded digital cameras for inspections, and 24/7 searchable document storage. This replaces current paper-based processes with a standardized electronic platform for all required submissions. The key change is making digital submission mandatory for all specified documents, improving data accessibility and management for the department.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates electronic submissions via web-based system with mobile/GPS features, advancing digital compliance for environmental documents.90% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 19, 2026

HB 4512: Businesses: other; orphaned well partnership program and fund; create for bitcoin mining. Amends secs. 61601, 61603 & 61604 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.61601 et seq.) & adds secs. 61609, 61611, 61613, 61615, 61617, 61619 & 61621.

HB 4512 establishes a program allowing bitcoin mining companies to partner with Michigan to plug abandoned oil and gas wells. Companies bid to temporarily use residual oil or gas from these wells to power bitcoin mining operations, with the state covering costs through its existing orphan well fund. Bidders must submit detailed plans including startup costs, mining projections, and repayment schedules. This directly affects the state's well remediation fund and bitcoin mining businesses seeking to utilize abandoned well resources.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyCreates state program funding bitcoin mining operations via orphan well fund, directly advancing cryptocurrency technology infrastructure and business activity.95% confidence

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passed · Michigan · House Mar 11, 2026

HB 4511: State finance: other; limitations on holding a digital asset; prohibit. Creates new act.

HB 4511 prohibits Michigan state and local governments from banning digital asset holdings, requiring permits for them, imposing extra taxes based solely on digital asset use, or restricting blockchain-related activities like node operations, asset transfers, or staking. It also bans state agencies from advocating for U.S. central bank digital currency and shields individuals validating transactions or operating nodes from civil liability. The bill directly affects Michigan residents, businesses, and blockchain service providers using digital assets like cryptocurrency or stablecoins. Key provisions define "digital assets" broadly and require state actions to align with blockchain protocols without unnecessary restrictions.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits government restrictions on digital assets and blockchain activities, shielding validators from liability and advancing tech innovation in Michigan.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Emerging Technology

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Dec 2, 2025

SB 713: Gaming: other; regulation of advertisements and promotions for internet gaming; provide for. Amends 2019 PA 152 (MCL 432.301 - 432.322) by adding sec. 9a.

SB 713 regulates advertisements for internet gaming in Michigan by requiring all ads to be approved by the state board and comply with state law. It bans deceptive marketing, prohibits advertising to anyone under 21 (with strict proof that under 30% of an ad's audience is under 21), and mandates addiction disclaimers with a helpline number. Internet gaming operators face fines up to $5,000 for first violations and license revocation for repeat offenses. The bill directly affects online gaming companies and advertisers, while allowing municipalities to set reasonable sign restrictions that don’t conflict with the law.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates gaming ads for consumer protection (age restrictions, deceptive marketing bans), aligning with tech regulation for safety per topic indicators.85% confidence

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 4, 2025

SB 57: Civil procedure: civil actions; lawsuits for exercising rights to free expression; provide protections against. Creates new act.

SB 57 creates the "Uniform Public Expression Protection Act" to shield individuals and organizations from abusive lawsuits targeting free speech. It directly affects people sued for expressing views on public issues, such as through protests, social media, or public comments about government actions. Key provisions require courts to quickly dismiss such cases (within 60 days) by staying discovery, shifting the burden to prove the lawsuit is valid to the plaintiff, and imposing sanctions for frivolous claims. The law excludes lawsuits involving government employees, civil rights claims, or commercial speech about goods/services, focusing solely on protecting constitutional expression rights.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProtects free expression online (social media) as a digital right, directly supporting the topic's digital rights aspect.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Social Media Tags Civil Liberties

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