Sen. Michael Webber

Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's liquor control code to address situations where liquor retailers use payments that are rejected by banks due to insufficient funds. Under the new rules, a retailer who makes such a dishonored payment to a wholesaler must pay a $50 administrative fee. If the retailer repeats this mistake within 12 months, the fee increases to $150 for a second offense and $300 for a third or subsequent offense. The bill also clarifies that any fines imposed by the state commission for these violations must be placed into a specific state fund.

Maddy summaryThis bill allows Michigan's liquor control commission to issue alcohol licenses to various public universities and colleges for specific venues on their property. It permits colleges to sell alcohol at conference centers for scheduled events and enables private entities to operate restaurants or host events at university facilities under strict conditions, such as fair market value leases and designated development zones. The legislation also authorizes alcohol sales at university golf clubhouses and baseball stadiums during summer months when they are leased to private operators. These changes directly affect the governing boards of multiple state universities and the private businesses that may lease their properties.

Maddy summarySB 1185 modifies Michigan's highway signage laws to allow the Department of Transportation to issue permits for directional signs pointing to specific military facilities, nationally or regionally known attractions, and sites of outstanding interest. These permitted signs must be limited in size and content, displaying only the name of the destination and basic navigation details like route numbers without any pictures or descriptive phrases. The bill also establishes strict placement rules, such as keeping signs at least 2,000 feet from highway interchanges and limiting the total number of signs for a single attraction to three along any road. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that the number of annual visitors to a military facility will not be used as a factor when deciding whether to grant a sign permit.

Maddy summarySenate Resolution 145 is a non-binding measure that formally recognizes the historic, cultural, and religious significance of Diwali. The resolution highlights how the festival is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains in Michigan and around the world, noting its themes of light triumphing over darkness and community togetherness. It expresses the Senate's respect for those who observe the holiday and aligns its message of tolerance with American ideals. Because this is a commemorative resolution rather than a law, it does not create new legal requirements or change existing policies.

Maddy summarySB 1077 requires vendors selling portable electronics insurance to provide customers with clear written information about the policy's terms and potential overlaps with existing home or renter's insurance. The bill mandates that these materials disclose key details such as the insurer's identity, deductible amounts, repair options, and the process for filing claims or canceling coverage with a refund. Additionally, it allows insurers to set their own eligibility standards and permits these insurance policies to be offered on a month-to-month basis through group plans. This legislation directly affects vendors and insurers in Michigan by standardizing how they present portable electronics insurance to prospective buyers.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires insurance companies to give vendors and their customers at least 30 days' written notice before canceling or changing portable electronics insurance policies. It mandates that any policy changes be clearly explained to both the vendor and the customer through updated documents or summaries. The law also allows for immediate cancellation only in specific situations, such as fraud, nonpayment, or when the customer no longer has an active service with the vendor. Additionally, the bill permits notices to be sent via mail or electronic means if the customer has provided an email address.

Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to add a new chapter to Michigan's insurance code to regulate portable electronics insurance. It defines key terms such as "vendor," "customer," and "portable electronic device" to establish a legal framework for offering coverage on repairs or replacements due to theft, damage, or mechanical failure. The legislation creates a specific license category for vendors who wish to sell this insurance directly to customers rather than through traditional insurance producers. However, the bill does not take effect immediately; it is contingent upon the simultaneous enactment of several other related bills in the same legislative package.

Maddy summarySB 1072 amends Michigan's insurance code to update the definitions of key terms used by insurance producers and insurers. The bill clarifies distinctions between agents representing the insured versus those representing the insurer and establishes specific categories for limited lines insurance, including portable electronics coverage. It also defines actions such as selling, soliciting, and negotiating insurance contracts to ensure regulatory clarity. This measure is part of a larger legislative package that requires the simultaneous enactment of several other related bills to take effect.

Maddy summaryThis bill adds enforcement powers to Michigan's insurance code regarding portable electronics insurance. It allows the state insurance director to impose fines up to $500 per violation, with a total cap of $5,000 for repeated offenses involving the same conduct. Additionally, the director can suspend or revoke licenses for vendors or their employees who break the rules after a formal hearing. The measure does not take effect unless several other related bills in the same legislative package are also passed.

Maddy summaryThis bill requires vendors who are not already licensed insurance agents to obtain a specific limited-line license before selling portable electronics insurance policies to customers. It allows licensed vendors to have their employees sell this coverage at any location where the vendor conducts electronics transactions. Additionally, the bill mandates that the state maintain a public registry of all locations authorized to sell this type of insurance, which must be available for inspection by state officials. The legislation will only take effect if several other related bills are also passed into law.