State
Michigan State Legislation

2025–2026 Session
Senate memorial honors Dr. Schwarz, physician
Michigan Senate memorial honors Dr. Schwarz, physician and public servant; copies go to his family.
Introduced By Senator Winnie Brinks
Temporary heavier farm loads on roads
Farm haulers could carry heavier loads temporarily and skip some notices and permits. Local roads and safety will depend on timing and enforcement.
Bill Electronically Reproduced 10/06/2026
Election-officer offense added to guidelines
This bill adds a new election-offense felony to sentencing rules for repeat violations by military or federal officers. It changes how courts classify and punish such cases.
Senate Co-sponsor(s) Named: Mallory Mcmorrow
Paid Political Posts Disclosure Rules
It would require disclosure of who pays for social media political posts. It could affect people who create or post content and may lead to fines.
Senate Co-sponsor(s) Named: Mallory Mcmorrow
Ban cancellations to favor higher-paying riders
If passed, it would stop a driver or the app from canceling an accepted ride to attract a higher-paying rider, affecting how rides are assigned and how disruptions are handled.
Senate Co-sponsor(s) Named: Sue Shink
Crackdown on false parentage declarations
The bill would ban knowingly giving false information about a child's parent to the welfare department. Violations could lead to jail time or fines.
Introduced By Senator Jim Runestad
Low-Carbon Fuel Standard and Credit Market
The bill would set rules to lower the carbon in fuels and let credits be bought and sold. It could raise or stabilize fuel costs for drivers.
Introduced By Senator Sam Singh
Mass Timber Financing to Spur Jobs
It would create loan programs and advisory support for mass timber projects. The goal is to spur jobs, housing, and local development.
Introduced By Senator Sam Singh
Prison Solitary Confinement Reform
Limits solitary confinement and requires health checks and regular reports. It protects vulnerable inmates and improves access to care and review processes.
Introduced By Senator Stephanie Chang
Allow open-bed riding in pickup trucks
The bill would repeal a rule about passengers in pickup beds. It could allow riding in open beds, but details and safety protections are unclear.
Introduced By Senator Edward Mcbroom
County vacancy appointment overhaul
It changes who appoints county office vacancies. In some counties, the county executive would join the clerk and prosecutor to pick replacements.
Introduced By Senator Darrin Camilleri