This bill establishes new safety standards for smoke alarms sold in Michigan, requiring that most devices be powered by a battery that cannot be easily removed or replaced. Starting 18 months after it takes effect, manufacturers and sellers must ensure these alarms use a non-removable battery or another long-lasting power source capable of functioning for at least 10 years. The law exempts devices that are hardwired into a building's electrical system, connected to a central monitoring service, or equipped with wireless internet capabilities. Violations of these standards are classified as civil infractions and can result in fines of up to $500 for those who distribute or sell non-compliant alarms.
This bill modifies Michigan's property tax laws to impose stricter penalties and collection procedures when property owners fail to file a transfer affidavit within 45 days of selling or buying a property. If a buyer or seller does not notify the assessing office of a change in ownership, the property's taxable value will be adjusted retroactively to the date of the transfer, triggering additional taxes, interest, and daily fines based on the property type and sale price. The bill outlines specific fine amounts, such as $20 per day for large commercial or industrial properties and $5 per day for other properties, while also allowing local officials to waive these penalties in cases of reasonable cause. Furthermore, it clarifies that these penalties become the personal liability of the individual who failed to file the notice if the property is sold again before the debt is paid, and it establishes a 35-day window for owners to appeal the resulting tax increases.
This bill requires the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs to conduct regular inspections of barbershops and barber colleges after their initial opening inspection. Under the new rules, a board member or department representative must be permitted to enter these businesses during regular operating hours to verify compliance with state laws and regulations. The provision directly affects barbershop owners, barber college administrators, and the state agency responsible for overseeing these occupations.
This bill establishes new licensing and registration fees for individuals operating refrigeration facilities or removal services for human bodies in Michigan. It sets specific costs for application processing, biennial licenses or registrations, and initial inspections, with an additional fee for vehicle inspections for removal services. The law requires these fees to be paid by anyone seeking licensure or registration under the state's occupational code. The bill also includes a provision stating that it will not take effect unless a related bill, SB 544, is also enacted into law.
This bill updates Michigan's real estate licensing laws by adding new definitions for terms like "associate broker," "independent contractor relationship," and "limited service agreement." It specifically clarifies that a worker is considered an independent contractor only if there is a written agreement treating them as such for tax purposes and at least 75% of their pay comes from real estate commissions. The legislation also establishes precise rules for counting classroom hours for licensing education, distinguishing between in-person and distance learning formats. These changes directly affect real estate brokers, salespeople, and clients by standardizing how agency relationships and professional training are defined and recorded.
This bill allows the Michigan Liquor Control Commission to issue alcohol licenses to specific locations owned or operated by several state universities, including Central Michigan, Wayne State, and Eastern Michigan. It permits private entities to sell alcohol on university property for venues like conference centers, hotels, restaurants, and golf courses, provided the land is leased at fair market value and the facility is in a designated commercial or development area. The legislation also enables universities to sell alcohol at their baseball stadiums during summer breaks when the facilities are rented out to private groups. All new licenses issued under these rules must be nontransferable, and the bill restricts sales to scheduled events or patrons at university-run conference centers.
This bill creates the Michigan 4-H Foundation fund within the state treasury to hold money and assets contributed from various sources. It authorizes the state treasurer to manage investments for the fund, ensure earnings stay within the account, and distribute the money to the Michigan 4-H Foundation on a quarterly basis. The legislation includes a provision stating that it will not take effect unless a related bill, HB 5058, is also passed into law.
This bill modifies Michigan's hunting laws to clarify the requirements for minors and adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities who hunt under supervision. It mandates that these individuals must be accompanied by a specific mentor or guardian who meets age and licensing criteria, particularly when the hunter cannot obtain standard hunter safety certification. Additionally, the legislation updates rules for purchasing hunting licenses by requiring proof of prior experience or training for adults born after 1960, while allowing exceptions for apprentice and mentored licenses.
SB 878 amends Michigan's vehicle code to allow manufacturers, dealers, and transporters to operate unregistered vehicles on public roads for specific purposes like testing, delivering, or participating in civic events. The bill authorizes these entities to display special plates issued by the Secretary of State to exempt their vehicles from standard registration requirements during these activities. It also introduces a temporary civic event license plate for vehicles donated or loaned by dealers for charity or public events, requiring a $10 fee per plate and strict usage limits tied to the event dates. Additionally, the legislation clarifies that buyers or lessees may use a dealer plate for up to 72 hours after taking possession of a vehicle while completing registration paperwork. The bill includes provisions prohibiting the misuse of these special plates on service vehicles and establishes penalties for unauthorized use or failure to return plates within the allowed timeframe.
This bill modifies the Michigan Corrections Code to clarify how parole eligibility is calculated for inmates serving consecutive sentences and those subject to disciplinary time. It establishes specific rules for when the parole board gains jurisdiction over prisoners, ensuring that time served is computed based on the total minimum terms of all sentences rather than just the current one. Additionally, the legislation outlines the conditions under which life sentences may become eligible for parole, specifying required years served and interview schedules for the parole board to review these cases.
This bill creates new criminal penalties for engaging in sexual acts with a dead human body in Michigan. It establishes that sexual contact, defined as intentional touching of specific body areas for sexual purposes like revenge or humiliation, is a misdemeanor punishable by up to two years in prison or a $500 fine. More severe sexual penetration, such as entry into genital or anal openings, is classified as a felony carrying a potential sentence of up to 15 years in prison. The law also allows prison terms for these offenses to run consecutively to other sentences related to the same incident.
This bill modifies the Michigan Promise Zone Authority Act to update how these zones are governed and how their financial aid plans are structured. It establishes that each promise zone must have a board of 11 members, including nine local appointees and two state legislators, who must reside near the zone and serve without pay. The legislation also requires these boards to create development plans that guarantee financial assistance to eligible graduates, ensuring the funds cover the cost of an associate degree and potentially a bachelor's degree at public institutions.
