HR 311 Michigan House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

A resolution to declare May 13, 2026, as Rail Day in the state of Michigan.

This bill designates May 13, 2026, as Rail Day in Michigan to formally recognize the state's rail infrastructure. The resolution highlights the industry's role in supporting the economy, reducing road congestion, and maintaining safety records. It serves as a commemorative measure celebrating the contributions of freight and passenger rail systems rather than implementing new operational rules.

Issues: ✓ Transportation

Bill status passed 3 of 5 stages cleared

Introduction

May 2026

Committee Review

House Passage

May 2026

Senate Passage

Governor

Introduced May 13, 2026 Last action May 13, 2026

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House Introduced Resolution → House Adopted Resolution · 2 edits

MINOR

The bill was formally adopted by the House, adding a list of sponsoring representatives to the original text. The substantive policy content, including the declaration of Rail Day and the supporting 'Whereas' clauses detailing rail safety and economic benefits, remains unchanged.

Scope change

The scope of the bill's effect is unchanged; it still declares May 13, 2026, as Rail Day in Michigan.

TECHNICAL

Added a list of specific representatives (Beson, Alexander, Breen, etc.) who sponsored the resolution, which was missing in the original draft.

Removed internal document tracking numbers and page headers that were present in the draft version.

Floor votes

How they voted

This bill passed the House by voice vote (no roll call recorded).

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Committee

May 13, 2026

Lower · Passed

adopted

lower

May 13, 2026

Introduced

introduced by Representative Rep. Timothy Beson

lower

1 primary · 11 co-sponsors