This bill allows Michigan school districts to install and use stop-arm cameras on school buses to automatically record vehicles that fail to stop or pass illegally. The law defines these camera systems as setups with at least two cameras that capture video or photos of the offending vehicle, its license plate, and the area up to 200 feet in front of the bus, while also logging the date, time, and location of the incident. School districts have the flexibility to operate these systems themselves, partner with law enforcement agencies for enforcement and cost-sharing, or hire private vendors to manage the technology. Additionally, the bill clarifies legal definitions for terms like "public school," "nonpublic school," and "law enforcement agency" within the state's pupil transportation act.
This bill updates Michigan's Revised Judicature Act to clarify how fines and court costs are distributed, particularly for violations involving automated speed enforcement systems. It directs that most fines from standard traffic and penal law violations continue to go to county treasurers or local libraries, while specifically routing fines from camera-based speed violations to the county and fines for certain vehicle code violations to the state transportation department. The legislation also establishes new allocation rules for commercial vehicle violations, splitting the funds between the local jurisdiction where the citation was issued and the county for library purposes. These financial distribution changes are contingent upon the simultaneous passage of a companion bill that addresses related judicial procedures.
This bill updates Michigan's vehicle code to allow school districts to use cameras on school buses to automatically detect and fine drivers who fail to stop when the bus is loading or unloading students. It establishes that drivers caught by these cameras must pay civil fines between $100 and $500, with the revenue from these fines going directly to the school district that operates the bus for safety-related purposes. The legislation also clarifies that vehicles on divided highways with physical barriers or raised dividers do not need to stop for a school bus on the other side, and it sets specific rules for how law enforcement agencies can review camera evidence and issue citations.
This bill designates two specific stretches of Michigan highways as memorial roads to honor fallen law enforcement officers. It names a section of Interstate 75 in Saginaw County the "Trooper Joel E. Popp Memorial Highway" and a portion of M-53 in Macomb County the "Officer Leroy Imus Memorial Highway." The legislation also requires that signs for the M-53 memorial be placed at two specific intersections to mark the location. Additionally, the bill removes an existing section from the state's memorial highway act that is no longer needed for this designation.
This bill updates Michigan laws to clarify how fines and costs from civil traffic infractions are distributed among local governments. It primarily affects county treasurers, city and township officials, and the political subdivisions where traffic violations occur. Under the new rules, most fines for local traffic code violations will be split between the county and the specific city or township where the violation happened, with a portion also going to library funds. A special provision ensures that fines from camera-based red-light or speed camera tickets are distributed according to existing vehicle code guidelines. Additionally, the law allows local districts to agree on alternative sharing arrangements for these funds if all involved parties consent.
This bill amends Michigan's public health code to regulate medical exfoliation procedures, which include dermaplaning and microdermabrasion. It requires that anyone performing these treatments must do so under the supervision of a licensed physician, except for the physicians themselves. Additionally, the law mandates that patients must give their informed consent before undergoing these procedures. The bill does not take effect unless another related bill is also passed into law.
This bill modifies Michigan's occupational code to update definitions and licensing requirements for cosmetologists, estheticians, and natural hair culturists. It clarifies that "braiding" and "natural hair cultivation" are distinct services that do not involve chemical treatments, while "skin care services" include facials, waxing, and body treatments but exclude permanent makeup and tanning. The legislation also establishes new training hour requirements for estheticians, increasing the mandate from 400 to 750 hours for those starting training on or after July 1, 2024, and expands the definition of cosmetology establishments to include mobile salons and cosmetology suites.
This bill prohibits individuals from carrying firearms within 100 feet of locations where absentee ballots are being counted during processing. The restriction applies to anyone not in law enforcement or holding a valid concealed carry license, while allowing exceptions for security personnel and those with owner permission. Violating this rule is classified as a misdemeanor punishable by up to 90 days in jail, a fine of $100, or both.
This bill prohibits individuals from possessing firearms at polling places, early voting sites, and within 100 feet of ballot drop boxes or clerk offices during election periods. The restrictions apply specifically while polls are open on election day and for 40 days before an election near drop boxes, though they do not apply to peace officers, licensed concealed carry holders, or people transporting firearms in vehicles. Violating these rules is classified as a misdemeanor punishable by up to 90 days in jail, a fine of up to $100, or both.
This bill updates Michigan's rules for appointing representatives to the Midwestern Higher Education Commission, a regional group that coordinates higher education policies across several states. It clarifies that the state's voting delegation includes the governor, one senator, one state representative, and two at-large members appointed by the governor. Additionally, the legislation designates the state board of education and the department of lifelong education, advancement, and potential to serve as nonvoting members, allowing them to participate in discussions without casting formal votes. The law also establishes that any vacancies in these positions must be filled using the same appointment process as the original roles to ensure the delegation remains complete.
HB 5557 amends Michigan's planning laws to require local governments to forecast and incorporate housing needs into their master plans. The bill mandates that these plans include a range of housing types and costs to serve a diverse population. Additionally, it establishes specific rules for appointing planning commission members to ensure the groups represent various community segments and include school board representatives in counties. These changes affect cities, villages, townships, and counties by updating how they structure their planning commissions and develop long-term development strategies.
This bill strengthens Michigan's laws against real estate fraud by increasing penalties for individuals who knowingly create or submit false documents to the register of deeds. It directly affects anyone involved in drafting or filing property records, as well as the officials who maintain those records. Under the new provisions, submitting a fraudulent document with the intent to defraud a property owner is now classified as a felony punishable by up to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $5,000. Additionally, the law allows county prosecutors to receive evidence of such violations directly from the register of deeds. These changes aim to deter deceptive practices in property transactions and provide clearer legal consequences for those who attempt to deceive owners or the public record.
