Technology

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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in committee · Michigan · House Feb 25, 2025

HB 4097: Construction: public buildings; placement of certain antennas on public school buildings, rooftops, and adjacent structures; prohibit. Amends 1937 PA 306 (MCL 388.851 - 388.855a) by adding sec. 1e.

HB 4097 prohibits the installation of 4G or 5G cellular antennas and related equipment on public school buildings, rooftops, or within 1,500 feet of school properties. It specifically bans main transmission antennas, large supporting equipment (6+ cubic feet), and support antennas, but allows small internet routers under 15 pounds not used for 4G/5G service. The bill directly affects school districts and property owners managing school facilities by restricting new antenna placements. It amends Michigan's school construction law to regulate such installations, with the definition of 4G/5G technology provided in the bill text.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyProhibits 4G/5G antenna installations near schools, restricting deployment of next-gen wireless infrastructure critical to internet access and technology advancement.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Telecommunications

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 18, 2025

HB 4237: Local government: other; procedures to limit foreign influence in local contracting; establish. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4236'25

HB 4237 prohibits Michigan local governments (like cities, counties, and school districts) from awarding or renewing contracts that give contractors access to personal data if the contractor is a "controlled entity" tied to specific foreign countries of concern (China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria). It requires contractors to submit sworn affidavits confirming they are not controlled entities, with violations subject to fines up to twice the contract value or a 5-year contract ban. The bill also restricts local governments from using information technology or services designed, developed, or supplied by companies owned by those foreign countries, aligning with federal security lists. These rules take effect July 1, 2026, for contract renewals and extensions.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits local contracts with foreign-controlled entities accessing personal data, strengthening data privacy protections per bill's focus on restricting foreign data access.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 20, 2025

SB 191: Communications: internet; age verification to visit adult-only pornographic websites; require. Creates new act.

This bill requires websites offering adult content to verify users are 18+ before access. Commercial entities must use ID checks or approved systems to confirm age for sites with over 33% adult content, while others must block minors and display disclaimers. News organizations and internet service providers are exempt from these requirements. Violations can result in civil penalties up to $10,000 per incident, enforced by the Attorney General's office after a 45-day correction period.

Topics ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRequires age verification for adult content, restricting minors' access to specific internet content, aligning with 'limits internet access' indicator.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Online Safety

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Mar 20, 2025

SB 190: Trade: business practices; parental consent for social media use; require. Creates new act.

SB 190, the "Social Media Children Protection Act," requires social media companies to verify the age of Michigan residents applying for accounts and obtain parental consent if the user is under 16. It mandates that companies provide parents with tools to supervise minors' accounts, including viewing privacy settings and setting daily time limits. Social media companies face civil fines up to $25,000 per violation for non-compliance, and contracts with clauses waiving these protections are void. The law applies to all social media platforms operating in Michigan, directly affecting minors under 16, their parents, and the companies providing those services.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates age verification, parental consent, and tools to protect minors' data privacy on social media, aligning with consumer protection regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Apr 16, 2025

SB 209: Individual income tax: deductions; certain broadband expansion grants; deduct from taxable income. Amends secs. 30, 623 & 815 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.30 et seq.).

Senate Bill 209 proposes to amend Michigan's Income Tax Act of 1967. This bill would allow individuals to deduct certain broadband expansion grants from their taxable income. By doing so, it would reduce the amount of income subject to state tax for those who receive these grants. The changes would impact sections 30, 623, and 815 of the existing act, which define taxable income and related provisions.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllows tax deduction for broadband grants, reducing taxable income - providing direct tax relief to recipients.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allows tax deductions for broadband expansion grants, directly incentivizing internet access expansion per its summary and subjects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Tax Incentives Broadband Access Telecommunications

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in committee · Michigan · Senate May 7, 2025

SB 284: Communications: internet; digital age assurance act; create. Creates new act.

Senate Bill 284, the "digital age assurance act," aims to protect minors by regulating online content and requiring age verification. It mandates that device manufacturers, operating systems, and app stores estimate a user's age and provide a digital age signal to websites and online services. Websites and applications that offer mature content must then use these signals to block access for individuals under 18 or provide disclaimers and parental supervision tools. The bill also requires application stores to obtain parental consent for users under 16 to download apps and offers options for parental supervision tools. The Michigan Department of the Attorney General is responsible for enforcing this act.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates age verification for minors' online content access, regulating tech companies for consumer protection under privacy framework.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Online Safety Social Media

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in committee · Michigan · House May 7, 2025

HB 4456: Labor: fair employment practices; employer monitoring of employee communications; prohibit unless the employer establishes an employee monitoring policy and discloses that policy to employees. Creates new act.

House Bill 4456 regulates how employers in Michigan monitor their employees' communications. It prohibits employers from monitoring employee communications unless they establish a written policy that is disclosed to and acknowledged by each employee. This policy must specify the methods, media, types, and frequency of monitoring, and applies only to electronic devices owned by the employer. The bill explicitly prohibits monitoring personal employee devices. Employers who violate these provisions may be liable for damages to the affected employee, including a minimum of $5,000 plus attorney fees.

Topics ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentProhibits employer monitoring without written policy disclosure, protecting employee communication privacy under fair employment practices.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyProhibits employer monitoring without written policy disclosure, protects employee data privacy on personal devices, directly advancing data privacy protections in technology policy.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Labor Standards

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