Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: Passed House 1 R cosponsors

HR 157 — A resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Thomas Leo Brown, former Ingham County Judge and member of the House of Representatives.

Last action — adopted by unanimous standing vote

  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. ✓
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed House
  4. 4
    Passed Senate
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has passed the House. Introduced August 21, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.

Next likely step: consideration and a floor vote in the Senate.

Odds of enactment

Moderate chance

Based on the sponsor, cosponsors, and committee posture, this bill has a moderate chance of becoming law.

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Prognosis

Stalled 28% · moderate confidence

  • Passed House

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 1 sponsor

    1 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (1 R).

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Summary

A resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Thomas Leo Brown, former Ingham County Judge and member of the House of Representatives.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

3 added · 3 removed

Plain-language change summary

In the latest amendment to HR 157, three lines have been added and three lines have been removed. The additions may introduce new language that clarifies certain provisions or updates existing regulations, while the removals likely simplify the bill by eliminating outdated or redundant phrases. These changes are important because they can enhance the bill's effectiveness and make it clearer for those impacted by the legislation.

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Thomas continued his education in Michigan following Navy LSB Research Services Division DKH R0050'25 *_HR0157_INTR_1 9afxow 1 service, attending Jackson Junior College then graduating from Michigan State University in 1957.
Thomas continued his education in Michigan following Navy LSB Research Services Division DKH R0050'25 *_HR157_AA_1 71cf28 1 service, attending Jackson Junior College then graduating from Michigan State University in 1957.
and Whereas, Thomas Leo Brown's commitment to serving others was evident not only in his work as judge but in his dedication to LSB Research Services Division DKH R0050'25 *_HR0157_INTR_1 9afxow 1 family.
and Whereas, Thomas Leo Brown's commitment to serving others was evident not only in his work as judge but in his dedication to LSB Research Services Division DKH R0050'25 *_HR157_AA_1 71cf28 1 family.
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Action History

  1. adopted by unanimous standing vote

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 146 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (146)

146 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does HR 157 do?
A resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Thomas Leo Brown, former Ingham County Judge and member of the House of Representatives.
Who sponsors HR 157?
HR 157 is sponsored by Matt Hall (Republican).
What is the current status of HR 157?
This bill has passed the House. Introduced August 21, 2025. It now moves to the second chamber.
Where can I track HR 157?
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