Technology

in committee · Michigan · House Mar 18, 2025

HB 4236: State management: purchasing; procedures to limit foreign influence in state contracting; establish. Amends secs. 113, 114, 241, 241c & 261 of 1984 PA 431 (MCL 18.1113 et seq.) & adds sec. 272.

HB 4236 amends Michigan's state contracting rules to limit foreign influence in projects involving personal data. It directly affects state contractors working on facilities (like buildings or infrastructure) where personal identifying information is handled. The bill requires contractors to provide a sworn affidavit confirming they are not "controlled entities" tied to specific foreign governments (including China, Russia, Iran, and others). Starting July 1, 2025, the state cannot renew or extend such contracts without this verification.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires contractors handling personal data to confirm no foreign ties, directly protecting data privacy and cybersecurity by preventing foreign influence in state contracts.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 19, 2026

HB 4538: Housing: landlord and tenants; use of certain software to share pricing information and set rent rates; prohibit. Amends title & sec. 1 of 1972 PA 348 (MCL 554.601) & adds sec. 1e.

HB 4538 prohibits landlords from using software that employs algorithms to set rent prices based on hidden competitor data (like actual rent amounts or occupancy rates from other landlords). This specifically bans tools that help landlords coordinate rent increases or restrict competition in the rental market. The law applies to all landlords in Michigan and treats violations as breaches of the state's antitrust laws. It directly affects rental housing providers who might use such technology to adjust pricing strategies.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingProhibits software enabling rent coordination, preventing anti-competitive pricing that harms tenants and reduces affordability per bill's antitrust enforcement.90% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill explicitly prohibits software using algorithms for rent coordination, restricting a specific technology application to prevent anti-competitive behavior under antitrust law.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Landlords Renters Tenant Rights

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 19, 2026

HB 4537: Human services: medical services; use of artificial intelligence tools to make decisions regarding claims; prohibit. Amends 1939 PA 280 (MCL 400.1 - 400.119b) by adding sec. 107b.

This bill prohibits Michigan's medical assistance program (Medicaid) from using artificial intelligence tools to deny, modify, or delay claims. It directly affects the state Department of Health and Human Services and private health plans contracted to administer benefits. The law explicitly bans AI-driven reviews as the sole basis for claim decisions, requiring human review instead. This change aims to prevent automated systems from making final determinations on healthcare coverage eligibility or payments.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits AI from denying Medicaid claims, requiring human review to protect patient rights and prevent automated coverage denials.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyProhibits AI from making final Medicaid claim decisions, requiring human review instead, restricting AI use in healthcare administration.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 19, 2026

HB 4536: Insurance: health insurers; use of artificial intelligence tools to make decisions regarding claims; prohibit. Amends 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.100 - 500.8302) by adding sec. 3406ss.

HB 4536 prohibits health insurers in Michigan from denying, modifying, or delaying insurance claims based solely on artificial intelligence reviews. It directly affects health insurers operating in the state and the policyholders whose claims are processed by these insurers. The bill amends Michigan's Insurance Code (MCL 500.100-500.8302) by adding Section 3406ss, which requires insurers to use human review for claim decisions instead of relying exclusively on AI tools. This creates a clear policy change: insurers must not use AI as the sole basis for adverse claim actions.

Topics ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareProhibits insurers from using AI to deny/modify claims, requiring human review to protect policyholders' rights and prevent automated claim denials.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyProhibits health insurers from using AI solely for claim decisions, restricting AI deployment in insurance sector per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 19, 2026

HB 4429: Communications: internet; digital age assurance act; create. Creates new act.

HB 4429, the "Digital Age Assurance Act," requires device makers, operating systems, and app stores to verify user age and restrict access to mature content (sexually explicit material defined under federal law) for minors. It mandates that companies block mature content for users under 18, obtain parental consent for users under 16 before app downloads, and provide parental control tools for managing minors' online activity. Online services must also block mature content when they know a user is under 18 and display disclaimers for non-mature content. The Attorney General enforces the law, allowing 45 days to fix violations before imposing civil penalties up to $10,000 per violation.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates age verification, blocks mature content for minors, and requires parental consent - enhancing child safety and consumer privacy protections under internet regulations.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Consumer Data Protection Online Safety Social Media

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passed · Michigan · House Mar 19, 2026

HB 4668: Trade: business regulation; requirements and safety standards for developers of certain artificial intelligence models; provide for. Creates new act.

HB 4668, the "Artificial Intelligence Safety and Security Transparency Act," requires large AI developers (defined as companies spending at least $5 million on a single model or $100 million total in the past year) to implement detailed safety protocols for foundation models. These protocols must address critical risks like mass casualties, $1 billion+ property damage, or AI-enabled weapons, including testing procedures, incident response plans, and physical/digital security measures. Developers must publicly publish safety protocols by 2026 and release quarterly transparency reports detailing risk assessments, critical risk thresholds, and any incidents. The law directly affects major AI companies building advanced systems, mandating concrete safety steps rather than vague guidelines.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires safety protocols for AI developers addressing critical risks, aligning with cybersecurity regulations and consumer protection in AI development.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Artificial Intelligence

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signed · Michigan · House Dec 31, 2025

HB 4098: Property tax: tax tribunal; methods for tax tribunal to hold hearings; expand to include electronically. Amends secs. 26 & 34 of 1973 PA 186 (MCL 205.726 & 205.734). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4099'25

HB 4098 amends Michigan's Tax Tribunal Act to allow property tax dispute hearings to be held electronically via phone or video conference, with consent from all parties and tribunal approval. It directly affects property owners, businesses, and tax assessors involved in tax tribunal cases who previously could only attend in-person hearings. The key change expands existing provisions (Sections 26 and 34) to include virtual hearing options alongside in-person meetings, while maintaining requirements for public notice and open meetings compliance. This update modernizes the process for resolving property tax disputes without altering tax rates or assessment standards.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill expands electronic hearing options for tax tribunals, directly enabling technology use in government proceedings per 'Communications: technology' subject and amended sections.85% confidence

passed · Michigan · Senate Feb 19, 2026

SB 583: Taxation: administration; electronic notice; allow. Amends sec. 28 of 1941 PA 122 (MCL 205.28) & adds sec. 28a.

SB 583 allows Michigan taxpayers to receive tax notices by email if they have consented to electronic communication. The bill adds Section 28a, requiring taxpayers to provide written consent for electronic notices before the Department of Treasury can send them via email. This change directly affects individual and business taxpayers who choose to opt into electronic notices for tax matters. The key mechanism is the new consent requirement, which replaces the previous default of mail-based notices for all taxpayers.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRequires taxpayer consent for electronic tax notices, aligning with data privacy principles by mandating opt-in communication for sensitive financial data.85% confidence

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passed · Michigan · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 351: Consumer protection: marketing and advertising; telephone solicitation act; create. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0352'25, SB 0353'25, SB 0354'25, SB 0355'25

SB 351 would create a new law governing telephone marketing calls and solicitations. It has been introduced by Senator Mary Cavanagh and referred to the Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection Committee. The bill's specific provisions (such as required disclosures, opt-out mechanisms, or enforcement details) are not described in the provided context. As a procedural bill establishing a new regulatory framework, it directly affects businesses making phone solicitations and consumers receiving such calls. Details about its concrete policy changes remain unavailable based on the current information.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyRegulates telephone solicitation with opt-out mechanisms, aligning with consumer data privacy protections in technology policy.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Data Privacy

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Oct 22, 2025

SB 620: Traffic control: driver license; regulation of a relying party related to a mobile driver license or identification card; provide for. Creates new act.

SB 620 establishes rules for businesses or organizations (called "relying parties") that verify mobile driver licenses or ID cards. It requires them to only request necessary data from the mobile device, get the user's consent before using or keeping data, and securely verify the device before accepting it. The bill prohibits relying parties from asking users to hand over their phones, searching phone content, or demanding mobile IDs for transactions. It directly affects people using mobile licenses (holders) and entities like retailers or government offices that accept them for identity checks. The law aims to protect user privacy during digital ID verification while aligning with existing Michigan license regulations.

Topics ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyMandates data minimization, user consent, and secure verification for mobile ID use, directly protecting privacy and enhancing security in technology applications.95% confidence

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