SB 274:  Would rename a portion of US-131 in Kalamazoo County Master Sergeant Gregory Kuhse Memorial Highway.

Sponsor:  Sen. McCann (D)                          

Passage:  104-0 with Immediate Effect

Why I voted YES: This highway naming allows us to express our gratitude and appreciation for Master Sergeant Gregory Kuhse for his bravery and service.

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HB 4720:  Would prohibit new voting systems in the state from including any parts or equipment from foreign companies that would pose an unacceptable security risk.

Sponsor:  Rep. Smit (R)                             

Passage:  63-41 with Immediate Effect

Why I voted YES: This legislation would protect our elections from foreign influence or interference.

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HB 4765:  Strengthens voter ID requirements in Michigan election law by requiring documentary proof of U.S. citizenship when registering to vote.

Sponsor:  Rep. Woolford (R)                    

Passage:  58-45 with Immediate Effect

Why I voted YES: This is a commonsense reform to increase public confidence in elections and to decrease instances of fraudulent voting. Ensuring only eligible voters participate in our democratic process protects the fundamental right to vote.

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HB 5688:  Would allow a delivery network company to deduct or exclude the sales tax paid to a marketplace seller in connection with a qualified sale.

Sponsor:  Rep. Hoadley (R)                      

Passage:  81-23 with Immediate Effect

Why I voted YES: The bill supports small retailers that may not be able to afford the technology that larger companies have been able to adopt to avoid this issue.

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BILL PACKAGE HBs 5227-5229:  HB 5227 (Fairbairn) modifies prohibited conduct by real estate brokers. HB 5228 (Hoadley) modifies disclosures regarding real estate agency relationships. HB 5229 (Liberati) modifies the waiver of services in a limited service agreement.

Sponsor:  Reps. Fairbairn (R), Hoadley (R), & Liberati (D)                          

Passages:  105-1 with Immediate Effect

Why I voted YES: This ensures the process of buying and selling real estate is transparent and that buyers and sellers are fully informed.

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HB 5577:  Updates Michigan’s State Plane Coordinate System.

Sponsor:  Rep. Roth (R)                              

Passage:  106-0 with Immediate Effect

Why I voted YES: This ensures our geodetic modeling system is modern and up to date, which helps with the accuracy of private and public infrastructure projects.

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BILL PACKAGE HBs 4696 & 4697:  Expands eligibility for assistance under the Guardianship Assistance Act.

Sponsor:  Reps. Meerman (R) & Young (D)                        

Passages:  101-3 with Immediate Effect

Why I voted YES: Advocates may argue that relatives having to become a licensed foster parent to receive assistance is overly burdensome and discourages individuals from becoming a guardian or seeking assistance.

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HB 4471:  Allows retirees receiving retirement benefits from the county to be employed by the county sheriff’s office without forfeiting retirement benefits.

Sponsor:  Rep. Harris (R)                          

Passage:  100-4 with Immediate Effect

Why I voted YES: The bill can help alleviate gaps in staffing, especially in smaller counties.

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HB 4901:  Adjusts the licensing cycle for nurses and speech-language pathologists to three years, up from previously two years.

Sponsor:  Rep. Thompson (R)                 

Passage:  104-0 with Immediate Effect

Why I voted YES: This reduces bureaucratic effort for nurses and speech-language pathologists.