Sponsored Legislation
AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS
Expands Michigan use-tax exemption for investment coins and bullion to cover leaf/foil/film currency-like products with 50%+ metal content, effective 1/1/2026 (conditional).
AN ACT RELATING TO INSURANCE -- BENEFIT DETERMINATION AND UTILIZATION REVIEW ACT
Creates an MPSC statewide certification for large wind, solar, and storage projects, preempts conflicting local zoning, and provides a uniform siting path with local input.
AN ACT RELATING TO TOWNS AND CITIES -- ZONING ORDINANCES
Standardizes Rhode Island zoning terms and expands housing options (ADUs, cluster development, co-living, community residences) while strengthening flood-resilience height rules.
AN ACT RELATING TO TAXATION -- LEVY AND ASSESSMENT OF LOCAL TAXES
HB 5698 raises penalties for promoting or organizing street takeovers to deter organizers and protect public safety.