Rep. Noah Arbit

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan state law to clarify that local governments are allowed to impose certain restrictions on firearms within their jurisdictions. It permits municipalities to regulate how employees carry guns at work, set rules for open carry in government buildings, and establish age-based supervision requirements for pneumatic guns. The legislation also allows local authorities to prohibit threatening displays of pneumatic guns and to ban open carry in their facilities, except for law enforcement officers. These provisions aim to give communities more flexibility in creating their own firearm safety policies while maintaining state-level oversight.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits individuals from carrying firearms in specific state buildings, including the Michigan State Capitol, the Anderson House Office Building, and the Binsfeld Senate Office Building, with exceptions for security personnel, peace officers, and licensed concealed pistol carriers serving as legislators. It also expands existing restrictions by banning firearms in polling places, early voting sites, and within 100 feet of ballot drop boxes for 40 days before an election, while allowing law enforcement and licensed carriers to carry in these areas. The legislation applies to various other locations such as financial institutions, churches, courts, theaters, sports arenas, day care centers, hospitals, and licensed liquor establishments, with similar exemptions for security staff, peace officers, and permit holders. Violations of these provisions are classified as misdemeanors punishable by up to 90 days in jail, a fine of up to $100, or both.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's firearm regulations to require federally licensed dealers to sell firearms with either a trigger lock or a secure storage container, unless the buyer provides proof of having already obtained one. It also mandates that dealers provide free safety brochures, warning notices, and lethal means counseling literature with every firearm sale, along with signed compliance statements that must be kept for six years. The legislation clarifies that firearm manufacturers and producers are generally immune from civil lawsuits by local governments, with exceptions only for contract disputes, warranty claims, or product defects that directly injure government employees or property. These changes aim to standardize firearm storage requirements and limit liability for manufacturers while maintaining certain protections for government entities in specific defect-related cases.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 21, 2026, as Abolitionist Day in Michigan to honor the historical abolitionist movement and its impact on ending slavery. The bill specifically recognizes Laura Smith Haviland, a Michigan-based abolitionist who assisted in freeing enslaved people through the Underground Railroad. It serves as a commemorative measure that does not alter laws or policies but instead acknowledges the historical significance of the abolitionist cause. The resolution is a symbolic gesture intended to highlight Michigan's role in the broader fight against slavery.

Maddy summaryThis resolution designates March 22, 2026, as Michigan Water Day and World Water Day within the state of Michigan. It formally recognizes the importance of water resources by acknowledging Michigan's geographic relationship to the Great Lakes and the cultural significance of water to Anishinaabek communities. The bill encourages residents to support water conservation efforts and directs copies of the resolution to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires original equipment manufacturers of motorized wheelchairs to provide certain parts, tools, and documentation to owners and independent repair providers. It amends Michigan's Consumer Protection Act to add new provisions specifically addressing the rights of wheelchair owners and third-party repair technicians. The legislation aims to ensure that wheelchair owners and independent repair providers have access to necessary components and information needed for maintenance and repairs. This policy change directly affects wheelchair manufacturers, owners of motorized wheelchairs, and independent repair service providers.

Maddy summaryThis bill would allow Michigan farms to discharge certain types of wastewater, such as cooling or wash water from processing farm products, without needing a permit under specific conditions. The key requirements include limiting annual discharge to 100,000 gallons, prohibiting hazardous waste and surface water discharge, and ensuring the water is stored properly and applied to vegetated land at least 100 feet from property boundaries and 75 feet from water wells. Farms must also rotate discharge locations based on soil conditions and maintain records of each discharge, while the bill explicitly excludes discharges containing sanitary sewage unless applied through a permitted subsurface system.

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's environmental protection laws to establish a permitting structure for the discharge of wash water from oceangoing vessels in state waters. It requires vessel operators to obtain permits from the Department of Environmental Quality and mandates that vessels comply with federal aquatic nuisance rules regarding ballast water management to prevent the spread of invasive species. The legislation sets specific timelines for permit applications, outlines conditions for permit revocation or modification, and clarifies fee structures for vessel permits. The bill also includes provisions for administrative hearings if permit holders contest departmental orders and establishes that state standards may be more protective than federal rules if adopted through a Great Lakes compact.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes a constitutional amendment to change how members of the Michigan Public Service Commission are elected and set their salaries. It would require three commissioners to be elected for four-year terms and two for two-year terms starting in the 2028 election, with all future terms being four years long. The amendment also establishes that no one can serve more than 12 years total on the commission and creates a State Officers Compensation Commission to determine salaries for the commission members, subject to legislative approval. These changes would affect the structure and compensation of the Public Service Commission, which regulates utilities and other public services in Michigan.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes amending the Michigan state constitution to replace the currently appointed Public Service Commission with a nonpartisan, elected commission. The new commission would begin operating on January 1, 2029, and would have the same powers and jurisdiction as the existing body. Members would be nominated by political party conventions and must meet eligibility requirements including U.S. citizenship, state residency, and no financial interest in public utilities. The amendment would be submitted to Michigan voters for approval at the next general election.