800 bills
- View scoreHB4707 · MI · 2025-2026
Ban Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) in Elections
This bill would prohibit the use of ranked choice voting (RCV) in all Michigan elections—statewide, city, and township. It bans any local laws authorizing RCV, making them void. RCV is defined as any system allowing voters to rank candidates and using multi-round counting to determine a winner, or any method letting voters select more candidates than available positions.
Ban Ranked Choice Voting (RCV) in Elections (HB 4707)Aug 26, 2025 - View scoreHB4720 · MI · 2025-2026
Ban Use of Electronic Voting Systems with Certain Parts or Equipment
This bill would prohibit Michigan from approving or buying new electronic voting systems after January 1, 2026, if they contain parts from companies flagged by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for national security concerns. Existing voting systems purchased before this date could still be used and serviced, unless they undergo major upgrades, which would trigger the new restrictions. The bill also reinforces requirements for voting systems to use paper ballots, protect voter secrecy, ensure accessibility, provide audit trails, and allow the Board of State Canvassers to approve or disapprove systems as needed.
Ban Use of Electronic Voting Systems with Certain Parts or Equipment (HB 4720)Apr 16, 2026 - View scoreHB4765 · MI · 2025-2026
Requiring Proof of U.S. Citizenship to Register and Photo ID to Vote in Elections
This bill would require individuals in Michigan to provide proof of U.S. citizenship—such as a birth certificate, passport, naturalization papers, certain tribal IDs, or a qualifying driver’s license or state ID—to register or preregister to vote. Automatic registration or preregistration would occur when citizenship documentation is provided during a driver’s license or state ID application, unless the individual opts out. The Secretary of State would verify citizenship, keep sensitive information confidential, and manage registration updates, including opportunities for eligible individuals released from incarceration to register. Additionally, voters would need to show a government-issued photo ID when voting.
Requiring Proof of U.S. Citizenship to Register and Photo ID to Vote in Elections (HB 4765)Apr 16, 2026 - View scoreHB4812 · MI · 2025-2026
Require Corrections to Provide Voting Info to Parolees Upon Release
This bill would require Michigan’s Department of Corrections to give every person leaving prison a clear, written guide about voting. This guide, created by the Secretary of State, must explain that people released from prison are allowed to register and vote if they are otherwise eligible. It would also include step-by-step instructions on how to register to vote, how to cast a ballot on Election Day, how to vote early, and how to vote by absentee ballot. Additionally, the guide would list the dates of regular elections in Michigan.
Require Corrections to Provide Voting Info to Parolees Upon Release (HB 4812)Aug 27, 2025 - View scoreHB5036 · MI · 2025-2026
Ban on false representation in fertility treatments and establishment of penalties
This bill makes it a serious crime to lie about key information in fertility treatments, such as details about embryos, donors, or a donor’s medical or family history. Providing false or misleading information could lead to up to five years in prison or a $50,000 fine. Health professionals face even tougher penalties—up to fifteen years in prison or a $100,000 fine—for using embryos, eggs, or sperm without a patient’s written consent. The rules apply even if an anonymous donor is used for the fertility treatment.
Ban on false representation in fertility treatments and establishment of penalties (HB 5036)Feb 24, 2026 - View scoreHB5197 · MI · 2025-2026
Ban on campaign contributions and spending by certain foreign entities
This bill strengthens Michigan’s campaign finance laws by banning ballot question committees from accepting contributions from foreign nationals and requiring donors to confirm they are not foreign entities. It increases transparency by imposing stricter reporting on contributions, fundraising activities, and independent spending by outside groups that seek to influence ballot questions, with stronger penalties for violations. The bill also clarifies the enforcement roles of the Secretary of State and Attorney General, aiming to keep foreign money out of Michigan elections and improve accountability in political spending.
Ban on campaign contributions and spending by certain foreign entities (HB 5197)Feb 11, 2026 - View scoreHB5198 · MI · 2025-2026
Require Certification that Election Administration Funds are not from Foreigners
This bill would require any private group or individual giving money, goods, or services to help run Michigan elections to publicly certify with the Secretary of State whether they receive foreign support. Certifications must be signed under penalty of perjury, renewed annually, and updated if anything changes. Local governments must report all outside election help quarterly. The Secretary of State will post certifications online, audit reports, and enforce the law. Knowingly filing false or outdated certifications could lead to criminal fines or jail time.
Require Certification that Election Administration Funds are not from Foreigners (HB 5198)Feb 11, 2026 - View scoreHB5281 · MI · 2025-2026
Third-Party Litigation Funding Transparency Act
This bill would regulate companies that provide funding for lawsuits in Michigan by requiring them to register with the state, disclose contract terms, and limit annual consumer charges to 36%. The bill also gives consumers a 10-day right to cancel funding agreements, sets detailed rules for the content of these contracts, and bans kickbacks as well as funding from certain foreign-linked entities. Additionally, it requires that funding agreements be made available for discovery in legal cases, ensuring more transparency about who is financing court cases.
Third-Party Litigation Funding Transparency Act (HB 5281)May 14, 2026 - View scoreHB5299 · MI · 2025-2026
No-Fault Insurance Benefits and Definitions Update
This bill updates Michigan’s no-fault auto insurance by giving drivers a choice of medical injury coverage limits: $50,000 (Medicaid households only), $250,000, $500,000, or unlimited. If no choice is made, unlimited coverage applies. The chosen limit covers the driver, spouse, and relatives at home, and prevents duplicate claims by not allowing claims to be stacked across policies. Rideshare companies can’t pick the $50,000 option, and the bill clarifies when a car is considered a rideshare vehicle. Insurers must also offer an optional add-on for extra in-home care coverage after an accident.
No-Fault Insurance Benefits and Definitions Update (HB 5299)Feb 26, 2026 - View scoreHB5317 · MI · 2025-2026
County Parks and Recreation Commission Membership Modifications
This bill updates who can serve on Michigan county parks and recreation commissions. Road and drain commissioners may appoint a staff substitute instead of always serving personally. Counties can have either the county executive (or a representative) or a planning board member serve, based on local structure. Starting in 2027, small counties (under 100,000 residents) may reduce appointed members from seven to four. Mid-sized counties (750,000 to 1,000,000 residents) must add a member who lives near the busiest park, giving local residents more voice. Members serve staggered three-year terms, and county boards remain in control.
County Parks and Recreation Commission Membership Modifications (HB 5317)Feb 24, 2026 - View scoreHB5329 · MI · 2025-2026
Prohibit Use of State Funds to Buy Certain Drones
This bill would prohibit Michigan public agencies from buying or contracting for drones that use software made, manufactured, or developed by companies listed on certain federal watch or sanctions lists, including those under the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), the Chinese Military-Industrial Complex Sanction List, or federal export control lists. The restrictions begin one year after the bill takes effect and apply unless the agency is following the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act.
Prohibit Use of State Funds to Buy Certain Drones (HB 5329)May 19, 2026 - View scoreHB5425 · MI · 2025-2026
Ban Registered Sex Offenders from Working at Businesses Serving Minors
This bill would make it illegal for registered sex offenders to work at businesses that mainly serve minors under 18 years of age, such as martial arts studios, dance or art classes, summer camps, tutoring services, youth sports venues, and places like bowling alleys or laser tag centers where kids could be unsupervised with staff. Violating this rule would result in a misdemeanor, but a second or later offense would be a felony with up to 4 years in prison. Registered offenders would receive written notice about these restrictions every time they register or verify their status.
Ban Registered Sex Offenders from Working at Businesses Serving Minors (HB 5425)May 7, 2026 - View scoreHB5428 · MI · 2025-2026
Updating public school standards to include online learning
This bill sets statewide standards for online learning. Grades 6–12 students may take up to 2 online courses per term (more with approval), with certified teachers and mentors. Schools must list available courses and link to the statewide catalog. Passing a virtual course earns normal credit. Parental consent is needed if a minor takes a virtual course over 15 days. Districts pay capped costs and provide tech; parents cover extra costs. Denials can be appealed. College-run online classes grant college credit.
Updating public school standards to include online learning (HB 5428)Dec 31, 2025 - View scoreHB5435 · MI · 2025-2026
Include electric fuel in motor fuel tax laws
This bill adds electricity used by qualified commercial vehicles to Michigan's motor fuel tax system. Commercial users of these electric vehicles (EVs) must get a license (which costs $50), track miles driven in Michigan, and pay a per-mile tax based on their electricity use, similar to diesel and gas trucks. The tax applies only to qualified commercial vehicles, typically larger commercial vehicles such as electric semi-trucks, road tractors, or large delivery trucks, and replaces other state or local taxes on that electricity. All personal EVs and most small, light-duty commercial vehicles are not subject to this tax. It aims to fund roads and treat fuel types more equally.
Include electric fuel in motor fuel tax laws (HB 5435)Mar 10, 2026 - View scoreHB5453 · MI · 2025-2026
Create prison diversion program for controlled substance possession
Creates a pre-charge diversion program for people caught with or using drugs. Prosecutors, police, and community groups can team up to send people to treatment and supervision instead of court. A case system tracks each case. If someone finishes the program, they won't be prosecuted for simple possession or use. Likely effects: fewer criminal records, less court and jail strain, more access to treatment, and better public health and safety.
Create prison diversion program for controlled substance possession (HB 5453)Jun 10, 2026 - View scoreHB5455 · MI · 2025-2026
Easier licensing for doctors by Michigan joining the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact
This bill would let Michigan join the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact, making it easier for doctors already licensed in other member states to get licensed here. The compact streamlines the process by recognizing shared standards, so eligible doctors can apply for an expedited license using their existing credentials and background checks. The bill explains how doctors pick a “home base” state, how applications and renewals work, and how discipline is shared across states. Michigan’s existing medical laws would stay in place, but this would create a faster licensing path for qualified doctors to serve more communities.
Easier licensing for doctors by Michigan joining the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact (HB 5455)Apr 14, 2026 - View scoreHB5496 · MI · 2025-2026
Excise tax on wireless device purchases for individuals under 18
This bill would add a 32% tax on smartphones and wireless devices bought for kids and teens under 18 years old in Michigan. Basic phones that only make calls would be excluded. The tax would be collected by the retailer when the device is bought, and all the money would go into a special fund to support children’s mental health and safety programs. Violations could result in penalties or fines for businesses that do not comply. Specific details would be set by the state if the bill passes.
Excise tax on wireless device purchases for individuals under 18 (HB 5496)Mar 3, 2026 - View scoreHB5497 · MI · 2025-2026
Ban on Certain Mortgage Lending Practices by Brokers and Lenders
This bill updates Michigan’s mortgage lending rules. It bars lenders from rejecting or worsening home loan terms because of a neighborhood’s race, ethnicity, or the age of nearby buildings, and requires each application to be judged on real financial risk. Denied borrowers must get written reasons and key records. It also allows higher minimum loan sizes, adjusted for inflation, which could make small mortgages and repair loans harder to get.
Ban on Certain Mortgage Lending Practices by Brokers and Lenders (HB 5497)Mar 24, 2026 - View scoreHB5505 · MI · 2025-2026
Create Office of Digital Oversight for Legislative Agencies
This bill would create the Office of Digital Oversight within the Michigan Legislature. The office would be led by a digital oversight officer, appointed by the legislature for a three-year term. Its main role would be to investigate, join, or take over state agency technology projects and purchases, especially if projects risk exceeding costs, missing deadlines, or failing to deliver results. The office would also encourage agencies to use modern software development practices and tools, such as agile methods and open-source software. State agencies would be required to share information and records for investigations. However, the office’s investigation records would be exempt from public records requests, and it would not have access to attorney-client or executive privileged information.
Create Office of Digital Oversight for Legislative Agencies (HB 5505)Jun 2, 2026 - View scoreHB5514 · MI · 2025-2026
Preventing Restraints in Youth Transport Act
This bill would make it illegal for youth transportation companies in Michigan to use certain types of restraints—such as blindfolds, hoods, handcuffs, chains, straitjackets, or similar items—on minors being transported to qualified residential treatment programs. Exceptions are permitted only if there is a substantial likelihood of imminent serious physical harm, and only if trained staff apply the restraint, using the least restrictive method possible and only for as long as the immediate danger persists. Companies that violate these rules could face civil fines, and actions may be brought by a county prosecutor or the state attorney general within ten years of the violation.
Preventing Restraints in Youth Transport Act (HB 5514)Apr 30, 2026 - View scoreHB5515 · MI · 2025-2026
Update Definition of Dangerous Weapon and Related Rules
This bill would narrow Michigan’s ban on carrying certain knives and dangerous weapons outside your home, business, or land you possess. Instead of banning all daggers, dirks, stiletto knives, and similar weapons of any length, it would only ban carrying double-edged stabbing weapons and other dangerous weapons longer than 5 inches, with a clear exception for hunting and fishing knives. Fewer people carrying smaller knives would risk felony charges, but violations of the new rule would still be a felony, punishable by up to 5 years in prison or a $2,500 fine.
Update Definition of Dangerous Weapon and Related Rules (HB 5515)May 7, 2026 - View scoreHB5517 · MI · 2025-2026
Tax Credit for Businesses Using Returnable Containers
Starting in 2026, this bill allows Michigan beverage distributors to claim a tax credit of 0.5¢ for every returnable beverage container sold. The credit amount increases each year starting in 2027 to keep up with inflation. Distributors in partnerships or similar business structures can share the credit among owners. To qualify, distributors must file a special state deposit report with their annual tax return. The goal is to encourage the use of returnable, recyclable containers to reduce litter and boost recycling, though this may slightly reduce state tax revenue.
Tax Credit for Businesses Using Returnable Containers (HB 5517)Mar 4, 2026 - View scoreHB5537 · MI · 2025-2026
Ban on Production and Sale of Kratom
This bill would prohibit the growing, manufacturing, and sale of kratom, a substance made from the leaves of the Mitragyna speciosa plant, and any of its synthetic versions in Michigan. If someone is caught violating this law, they could be charged with a misdemeanor, facing up to 90 days in jail and a $5,000 fine for a first offense. Penalties increase for repeat offenses or for selling to minors, with up to a year in jail and higher fines if the buyer is under 18. The law would go into effect 90 days after it is enacted, requiring stores and suppliers to quickly remove kratom products from their shelves.
Ban on Production and Sale of Kratom (HB 5537)Mar 24, 2026 - View scoreHB5552 · MI · 2025-2026
Allow Certain Business Mortgage Loans with Interest Rates and Prepayment Fees
This bill would let lenders and business borrowers agree to any interest rate and prepayment penalties on mortgage loans secured by single-family homes, if the loan is for business, commercial, or investment use. For personal, family, or household loans, existing protections remain, such as prepayment penalties being capped at 1% if paid off within 3 years and banned after that, deposits can't be required except for escrow, and extra fees or points are restricted. Interest must be charged only on unpaid loan balances.
Allow Certain Business Mortgage Loans with Interest Rates and Prepayment Fees (HB 5552)Jun 2, 2026 - View scoreHB5579 · MI · 2025-2026
Responsible Artificial Intelligence Security for Employees Act
This bill would set clear rules for how Michigan employers can use electronic monitoring and automated decision-making tools like AI or tracking software in the workplace. Employers would need to notify workers and get written consent, with options to opt out. These tools could only be used for specific purposes, such as job performance, quality, or safety. The bill bans collecting sensitive data, biometric or emotion tracking, and monitoring in private spaces. It also requires regular bias audits, short data retention, and strong protections after data breaches, including identity theft monitoring.
Responsible Artificial Intelligence Security for Employees Act (HB 5579)Feb 26, 2026 - View scoreHB5644 · MI · 2025-2026
Allow Nurse Practitioners to Certify Disability for Parking Placards
This bill would change Michigan law to permit certified nurse practitioners, and in some cases occupational therapists, to certify that an individual has a qualifying disability for the purpose of obtaining a disability parking placard, license plate, tab, or free parking sticker. The bill adds these professionals to the list of those authorized to verify physical conditions such as inability to walk, use of assistive devices, severe lung or heart conditions, and other qualifying disabilities. Programs and penalties for misuse or fraud related to these parking privileges would remain in place.
Allow Nurse Practitioners to Certify Disability for Parking Placards (HB 5644)Jun 25, 2026 - View scoreHB5710 · MI · 2025-2026
Require Consideration of All Energy Sources in Electricity Planning
This bill requires Michigan utilities to submit detailed long-term electricity plans that consider all types of electricity generation, including renewables, fossil fuels, and nuclear. Utilities must forecast sales and demand, analyze costs and environmental impacts, provide plans to reduce energy waste, and detail compliance with state and federal regulations. The bill mandates public hearings, requires an environmental justice analysis for new natural gas plants, and calls for competitive bidding for new projects. It also changes how grant funds for utility consumer advocacy are awarded and reported to the legislature.
Require Consideration of All Energy Sources in Electricity Planning (HB 5710)May 14, 2026 - View scoreHB5769 · MI · 2025-2026
Reproductive Health Data Privacy Act
This bill would require businesses to get clear, opt-in consent before collecting, using, or selling reproductive health data—including information on periods, fertility, pregnancy, abortion, genetics, or precise app location. Individuals could access or delete their data and revoke consent at any time. The bill restricts sharing such data with law enforcement or government agencies without a warrant or legal requirement and bans geofencing to track or target people at reproductive health clinics. Violations could result in lawsuits by individuals or enforcement by the Michigan Attorney General, with financial penalties for offenders.
Reproductive Health Data Privacy Act (HB 5769)Apr 14, 2026 - View scoreHB5820 · MI · 2025-2026
Update Curriculum to Include Science of Reading Requirements
This bill would require all Michigan teacher preparation and alternative certification programs, starting in late 2027, to include instruction on the science of reading, dyslexia, and evidence-based reading interventions. The bill specifies that programs must cover the characteristics of dyslexia, its effects on students, ways to adjust instruction for struggling readers, and how to use a multi-tiered system of support in schools. Programs that do not meet these requirements could have their state approval revoked or denied, unless granted a waiver by the state.
Update Curriculum to Include Science of Reading Requirements (HB 5820)Jun 16, 2026 - View scoreHB6054 · MI · 2025-2026
Clarify Requirements for Container Redemption in Trade and Recycling
This bill would update Michigan’s bottle and can return laws to make recycling easier for shoppers and cut down on fraud. If a store has a return machine that isn’t working or doesn’t accept certain brands it sells, the store would have to take back those containers by hand and give cash refunds. Stores would also have to post clear signs telling customers about their rights when returning bottles and cans. The bill requires beverage companies to put Michigan-specific marks on many containers so machines can tell if a bottle or can is really from Michigan. This helps prevent people from bringing in containers from other states just to get the deposit back.
Clarify Requirements for Container Redemption in Trade and Recycling (HB 6054)Jun 9, 2026 - View scoreSB1011 · MI · 2025-2026
Small Business Health Insurance Pool Formation
This bill allows Michigan small businesses with fewer than 500 employees and qualifying self-employed workers to join nonprofit business associations to buy health insurance as a group. Plans must cover essential benefits like mental health, maternity, preventive care, and dependents, and cannot set rates based on health status or claims history. The state would license and oversee these pools, require financial reporting, and create a reinsurance program to reimburse 60% of certain high-cost claims.
Small Business Health Insurance Pool Formation (SB 1011)Jun 25, 2026 - View scoreSB145 · MI · 2025-2026
Labor Fair Practices: Prohibiting Employers from Asking About Pay or Credit History
This bill would make it illegal for Michigan employers to ask job applicants about their past wages, benefits, credit score, or credit history during the hiring process. Employers would also be prohibited from requiring employees to sign agreements that stop them from sharing their wage information with others. The bill protects employees from being fired, disciplined, or discriminated against for discussing or disclosing their pay. The intention is to make hiring practices more equal and allow workers to have open conversations about wages without fear of negative consequences.
Labor Fair Practices: Prohibiting Employers from Asking About Pay or Credit History (SB 145)Apr 22, 2026 - View scoreSB23 · MI · 2025-2026
Allow local governments to increase number of parcels from land divisions
SB 23 allows local governments to approve more land splits than state law currently permits. For the first 10 acres, owners can create up to 4 lots for one year, then up to 10 lots after that if the local government agrees. Larger parcels can be divided further if certain conditions are met, such as keeping a large portion intact or avoiding new driveways on main roads. The bill aims to give landowners and local governments more flexibility, potentially increasing housing options.
Allow local governments to increase number of parcels from land divisions (SB 23)Dec 23, 2025 - View scoreSB292 · MI · 2025-2026
Property tax exemption for senior citizens' primary residences
This bill would stop property taxes on the primary homes of residents age 70 and older starting with 2026 tax bills. Seniors must own and live in the home and file a claim with their local assessor. The break continues as long as they stay in the home. The state intends to repay cities and counties for lost revenue. Impact: lowers housing costs for seniors on fixed incomes, helping them stay in their homes, while shifting costs to the state budget.
Property tax exemption for senior citizens' primary residences (SB 292)May 13, 2025 - View scoreSB296 · MI · 2025-2026
Prohibiting Mandatory Overtime for Nurses in Hospitals Except in Emergencies
This bill would prohibit Michigan hospitals from requiring registered nurses to work beyond their scheduled shifts, except during declared emergencies, mass casualty incidents, ongoing patient care procedures where leaving could harm a patient, or short-term staffing gaps due to unexpected absences. Nurses working 12 or more consecutive hours must receive at least 8 hours off before their next shift. Hospitals cannot retaliate against nurses for refusing extra overtime and must post information about these rights and how to file complaints.
Prohibiting Mandatory Overtime for Nurses in Hospitals Except in Emergencies (SB 296)Apr 15, 2026 - View scoreSB351 · MI · 2025-2026
Consumer Protection and Regulation of Telemarketing and Advertising
This bill would tighten telemarketing rules in Michigan by banning most sales robocalls, blocking calls to people on the Do-Not-Call Registry, and prohibiting misleading caller ID. Telemarketers must clearly identify themselves and disclose all costs and conditions. The bill protects vulnerable groups like seniors and people with disabilities, and restricts marketing calls to emergency services, hospitals, schools, and government offices. Violators can face large fines, and both the Michigan Attorney General and consumers have the right to take legal action. The law takes effect only if related bills are also passed.
Consumer Protection and Regulation of Telemarketing and Advertising (SB 351)Feb 3, 2026 - View scoreSB359 · MI · 2025-2026
Consumer privacy protection and personal data privacy act
This bill creates statewide consumer privacy rights. People can see, correct, delete, and download their data, and opt out of targeted ads, data sales, and automated decisions. Companies must get consent for sensitive data, limit collection and retention, post clear privacy notices, and honor a universal opt-out signal. Data brokers must register. Ads and data sales to minors are banned. Geofencing, involving tracking and collecting data on individuals within a certain area, is barred near mental and reproductive health clinics. The Attorney General can fine violators.
Consumer privacy protection and personal data privacy act (SB 359)Jun 12, 2025 - View scoreSB398 · MI · 2025-2026
Improving Rules for Substance Use Disorder Treatment Programs
This bill would make it easier for Michigan residents to access opioid addiction treatment, especially through mobile methadone clinics. The bill prevents the state from enforcing rules that limit the number of mobile treatment units, require clinics to return to a fixed location each night, or demand patients prove a year-long history of opioid use before starting methadone. It also removes extra paperwork requirements for continuing care and stops programs from discharging patients just for missing counseling. Overall, this bill is designed to expand access, reduce barriers, and support long-term recovery for people seeking substance use disorder treatment.
Improving Rules for Substance Use Disorder Treatment Programs (SB 398)Mar 11, 2026 - View scoreSB406 · MI · 2025-2026
Repeals and Updates Certain Firearm and Weapon Laws
This bill would repeal several Michigan firearm and weapon laws, including restrictions on concealed weapons. It updates exemptions for peace officers, corrections staff, military members, and licensed individuals, and changes rules for carrying firearms on school property. Certain people, such as concealed pistol license holders or those with school permission, could carry firearms in specific situations. The bill also reduces some penalties, allows exceptions for transporting unloaded or antique firearms, and requires training for corrections workers who carry stun devices.
Repeals and Updates Certain Firearm and Weapon Laws (SB 406)Jun 11, 2025 - View scoreSB451 · MI · 2025-2026
Regulating Credit Reports and Medical Debt Collection Practices
This bill aims to prevent Michigan residents from having most medical debt reported on their credit reports, except when the debt is tied to very large loans. Under this bill, debt collectors would not be allowed to threaten people with credit reporting over medical bills, unless it involves a significant loan amount. The bill also requires collectors to inform consumers in writing about these protections. If a person’s rights under this law are violated, they would be able to sue for damages and legal costs. This bill is designed to help people with medical debt maintain access to jobs, housing, credit, and insurance without being unfairly penalized for medical expenses.
Regulating Credit Reports and Medical Debt Collection Practices (SB 451)Jun 17, 2026 - View scoreSB463 · MI · 2025-2026
Ending Penalties for Minors Using or Buying Tobacco or Nicotine Products
This bill would remove legal penalties for minors who purchase, attempt to purchase, possess, or use tobacco products, vapor products, or alternative nicotine products. It would also apply to minors who use false identification for these purposes. The bill ends fines, misdemeanor charges, community service, and required participation in health programs for these offenses. These changes would repeal the relevant penalties outlined in current law for minors' possession or use of such products.
Ending Penalties for Minors Using or Buying Tobacco or Nicotine Products (SB 463)Apr 22, 2026 - View scoreSB481 · MI · 2025-2026
Require Hotels to Post Human Trafficking Hotline Information
This bill would amend Michigan’s Human Trafficking Notification Act to require hotels, motels, inns, and similar lodging businesses to post state-approved human trafficking hotline notices on their premises. This expands current requirements for places like rest stops, transportation stations, adult entertainment establishments, public airports, and properties with a court-identified history of prostitution or trafficking. Notices must follow state agency guidelines and provide clear instructions for victims or witnesses on how to seek help or report trafficking.
Require Hotels to Post Human Trafficking Hotline Information (SB 481)Apr 22, 2026 - View scoreSB508 · MI · 2025-2026
Prohibit Certain Immigration Enforcement at Specific Locations
This bill would prevent law enforcement officers from carrying out immigration enforcement actions—such as arrests, interviews, searches, or surveillance—at sensitive places like schools, hospitals, places of worship, courthouses, funerals, weddings, and facilities serving vulnerable people, unless there is a court order or an immediate threat to public safety. The goal is to ensure that people can access essential services and participate in important life events without fear of immigration enforcement at these locations, except in urgent or legally authorized situations.
Prohibit Certain Immigration Enforcement at Specific Locations (SB 508)Mar 25, 2026 - View scoreSB561 · MI · 2025-2026
Sales Tax Revenue Distribution for Revenue Sharing Fund
This bill would require that 8.9% of Michigan’s 4% state sales tax be sent to a dedicated revenue-sharing fund instead of the general fund starting October 1, 2026. These funds would be distributed directly to local governments—including cities, villages, townships, and counties—to support important community services such as police, fire departments, road maintenance, and parks. The bill is designed to provide local governments with a more stable and predictable source of funding each year, so they can better plan and maintain essential services for residents.
Sales Tax Revenue Distribution for Revenue Sharing Fund (SB 561)Apr 30, 2026 - View scoreSB701 · MI · 2025-2026
Limit Interest Rates on Medical Debt and Update Consumer Credit Regulations
This bill aims to protect people from unfair medical debt practices by making it illegal for hospitals, providers, or debt collectors to violate new rules on medical debt. It sets limits on interest, bans deceptive billing and collection tactics, and updates Michigan’s Consumer Protection Act so the Attorney General can enforce these rules. If violated, the Attorney General could take legal action. The goal is to give patients more rights, increase billing transparency, and hold debt collectors accountable. This bill will only take effect if SB 702 is also passed into law.
Limit Interest Rates on Medical Debt and Update Consumer Credit Regulations (SB 701)Jun 17, 2026 - View scoreSB702 · MI · 2025-2026
Prohibit Foreclosure or Wage Garnishment for Medical Debt
This bill would protect patients with medical debt by limiting how hospitals and collectors can pursue repayment. The bill would cap interest and late fees at 3% per year and prohibit these charges for at least 90 days after a bill is due. It would also ban aggressive collection actions—like foreclosure, wage garnishment, liens, and arrest—especially for those eligible for financial assistance. Additionally, collectors must wait at least 120 days before taking legal action and provide clear notice with information about financial help. Any overpayments must be refunded within 60 days, and debt buyers must follow these same protections. This bill depends on the passage of SB 701 to become law.
Prohibit Foreclosure or Wage Garnishment for Medical Debt (SB 702)Jun 17, 2026 - View scoreSB704 · MI · 2025-2026
Allow Cannabis Agency to Run Lab for Testing and Research on Marijuana
This bill would let Michigan’s cannabis regulatory agency create and operate its own marijuana testing lab. With this change, the agency could directly collect, transport, and analyze marijuana samples to support investigations, improve testing methods, and conduct research. The goal is to strengthen oversight of the cannabis industry and ensure product safety by allowing the state to double-check the work of private labs and respond quickly to concerns like contamination or mislabeling. The bill also includes safeguards to prevent conflicts of interest among agency staff.
Allow Cannabis Agency to Run Lab for Testing and Research on Marijuana (SB 704)Apr 14, 2026 - View scoreSB705 · MI · 2025-2026
Increase penalties for leasing property used for prostitution
Raises penalties for knowingly renting or allowing property to be used for prostitution. Fines go up; third offenses can bring up to 5 years in prison. A severe related crime now carries up to 20 years and $100,000. Treats 16–17-year-olds as minors, shifting toward protection and services, not prosecution. First-time adults on probation must complete a human trafficking awareness program. Also boosts penalties for properties used for gambling. Takes effect in 90 days.
Increase penalties for leasing property used for prostitution (SB 705)Jan 29, 2026 - View scoreSB761 · MI · 2025-2026
Water Conservation and Limits on Water Withdrawals
This bill would protect Michigan’s water by increasing state oversight of large users like factories, farms, bottling companies, and data centers. Anyone wanting to withdraw a significant amount of water or increase their usage would need a state permit. Before any major new withdrawals are approved, the public must be notified and given at least 45 days to comment. The state would only approve projects that use water efficiently, avoid harming streams and groundwater, and return most water to its original watershed. No company could permanently remove more than 2 million gallons of water per day from the local system.
Water Conservation and Limits on Water Withdrawals (SB 761)Dec 18, 2025 - View scoreSB903 · MI · 2025-2026
Provide Requirements for Districts to Receive Additional School Funding
This bill would require Michigan school districts and public school academies that receive extra state funding to use those funds to improve student achievement, focusing on literacy, mathematics, and English language development. Districts must test English language learners, provide a minimum number of minutes for language instruction each week, and implement an evidence-based system of academic and behavioral supports. The bill also limits administrative expenses to 2% of the additional funds, requires annual reporting to parents on student progress and funding use, and allows state audits to ensure compliance.
Provide Requirements for Districts to Receive Additional School Funding (SB 903)Apr 30, 2026
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