Transportation

in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 12, 2025

SB 80: Transportation: funds; funding for sound wall projects; provide for. Amends 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.651 - 247.675) by adding sec. 14b.

SB 80 creates a state-funded program to help local governments build sound walls and other noise-reducing measures along state trunk line highways. It establishes a "noise abatement measure fund" to provide grants or loans for projects that reduce highway noise, directly affecting residents near these roads and local road authorities managing them. The program requires the state transportation department to evaluate projects using a scoring system focused on cost-effectiveness, the number of homes receiving at least 5 decibels of noise reduction, and existing noise levels. Local road authorities can apply for funding, and the department must annually report application details and decisions to the legislature.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds sound wall projects along highways via a dedicated noise abatement fund, directly advancing transportation infrastructure improvements for residents near state highways.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 19, 2025

SB 92: State management: funds; funding for businesses with lost revenue due to road construction projects; provide for. Amends 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.651 - 247.675) by adding sec. 10q.

SB 92 creates a program to reimburse small businesses for revenue losses caused by unexpected road closures or construction delays exceeding schedules. It directly affects local businesses near road projects, providing grants up to $15,000 annually based on a three-year average revenue decline. The program requires businesses to apply with documentation, and the Department of Transportation must prioritize applications using specific criteria like revenue decline rate, construction duration, and traffic disruption severity. The bill establishes a dedicated fund in the state treasury, mandates annual reports to legislative committees on grant usage, and requires decisions on applications within 120 days.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesSB 92 allocates state funds for business reimbursements, directly managing budget resources to support affected businesses through targeted grants, aligning with funding essential programs.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationReimburses businesses for road construction delays, ensuring project continuity and supporting infrastructure development through funding mechanisms tied to highway projects.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 4, 2025

HB 4143: Corporate income tax: revenue distribution; earmark to the Michigan transportation fund; provide for. Amends sec. 695 of 1967 PA 281 (MCL 206.695).

HB 4143 changes how Michigan allocates corporate income tax revenue. Starting in the 2025-2026 fiscal year, it directs $500 million annually to county road commissions and $500 million to cities/villages for local road projects. After 2026, all corporate tax revenue from this source will fund the Michigan Transportation Fund, which distributes money for state transportation projects. This directly affects local governments receiving road funding and state budget allocations for transportation infrastructure.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirects $500M annually to transportation funds for road projects, ensuring dedicated tax revenue allocation for infrastructure, aligning with funding essential public services.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationDirects $500M annually to local road projects and state transportation fund, explicitly earmarking corporate tax revenue for transportation infrastructure funding.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Business Taxes Revenue Transportation Funding

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 12, 2025

HB 4210: Sales tax: distribution; disposition of money to the comprehensive transportation fund; modify. Amends sec. 25 of 1933 PA 167 (MCL 205.75).

HB 4210 amends Michigan's sales tax distribution rules to adjust funding for the Comprehensive Transportation Fund. It changes the percentage of sales tax revenue from car-related purchases (fuels, vehicles, parts/accessories sold by dealers/gas stations) allocated to this fund: 27.9% until September 2025, 60% for fiscal year 2025-2026, then 25% annually starting October 2026. The bill also maintains existing allocations for school aid (60%), city revenue sharing (15%), and specifies that 35% of aviation fuel tax revenue goes to the State Aeronautics Fund while 65% funds qualified airports. These changes directly affect businesses selling vehicles, fuel, and parts, and govern how transportation funding is structured.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill temporarily increases transportation funding allocation (60% for FY 2025-2026) from sales tax revenue, directly supporting infrastructure spending within budget management.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationIncreases transportation fund allocation from 27.9% to 60% for FY2025-26, directly advancing infrastructure funding through revised sales tax distribution.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Revenue Sales Tax Airports Transportation Funding

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 4, 2025

HB 4137: Traffic control: speed restrictions; determination in accordance with traffic engineering practices; modify. Amends sec. 628 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.628).

HB 4137 updates Michigan’s speed limit rules to require local governments to set limits based on actual traffic speeds and safety data. It mandates that speed limits be determined using traffic engineering practices, rounded to the nearest 5 mph, and generally align with the 85th percentile speed of free-flowing traffic on a road segment. Exceptions allow lower limits (down to the 50th percentile) only when safety hazards are proven through engineering studies. This directly affects county road commissions, township boards, and city officials responsible for setting speed limits on local roads and highways.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires speed limits based on traffic engineering practices and 85th percentile speed, enhancing road safety standards through data-driven traffic control.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Traffic Safety

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in committee · Michigan · Senate May 13, 2026

SB 265: Transportation: funds; maintenance of nonmotorized transportation infrastructure; provide for. Amends sec. 10k of 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.660k).

Senate Bill 265 amends the law governing the Michigan Transportation Fund, affecting how the State Transportation Department, counties, cities, and villages allocate funds. The bill mandates that at least 1% of these funds must be expended on constructing, improving, maintaining, or repairing nonmotorized transportation infrastructure, explicitly stating that "maintaining" does not include snow removal. It broadens the definition of qualified nonmotorized facilities and allows the 1% spending requirement to be met as an average over a 10-year period. Additionally, the bill requires these government entities to develop 5-year programs for nonmotorized facility improvements and consult with other jurisdictions on related projects.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesMandates 1% of transportation funds for nonmotorized infrastructure, reallocating existing budget toward public infrastructure without tax changes.90% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates 1% of transportation funds for nonmotorized infrastructure, promoting walking/biking to reduce vehicle emissions and pollution, directly supporting environmental conservation goals.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationMandates 1% of transportation funds for nonmotorized infrastructure (bike paths, walkways), explicitly advancing sustainable transportation funding per bill language.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pedestrian Safety Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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passed · Michigan · Senate May 13, 2025

SB 174: Appropriations: transportation department; appropriations for fiscal year 2025-2026; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

SB 174 is a routine appropriations bill that allocates $6.9 billion in funding for Michigan's State Transportation Department for fiscal year 2025-2026. It specifies funding sources including $2.3 billion in federal revenues, $4.5 billion in state restricted revenues, and $2 million from the state general fund. The bill details how funds will be distributed across department operations, infrastructure maintenance, debt service (like the State Trunkline Fund), and interdepartmental grants to other state agencies. This bill does not create new policies or affect specific groups - it solely authorizes the spending of existing funds for transportation department activities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $6.9B for transportation department operations and infrastructure, funding essential public services per routine appropriations process.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAllocates $6.9B for transportation infrastructure, operations, and maintenance per appropriations bill, directly funding department activities.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Debt & Bonds State Budget Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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passed · Michigan · House May 14, 2025

HR 91: A resolution to support President Trump’s policies to increase the nation’s energy infrastructure and security, which have facilitated emergency permitting for the Enbridge Line 5 project.

House Resolution 91 is a resolution expressing support for President Trump’s policies aimed at increasing the nation’s energy infrastructure and security. The resolution specifically highlights how these policies have facilitated emergency permitting for the Enbridge Line 5 tunnel project, intended to replace an existing pipeline under the Straits of Mackinac.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill explicitly supports fossil fuel pipeline infrastructure (Enbridge Line 5) through emergency permitting, opposing renewable energy development by prioritizing fossil fuels over clean energy alternatives.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill supports emergency permitting for Enbridge Line 5 pipeline, bypassing environmental reviews to prioritize energy infrastructure over environmental protections.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill supports emergency permitting for Enbridge Line 5 pipeline, a transportation infrastructure project, advancing energy infrastructure policies under transportation topic.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Pipeline Infrastructure

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passed both · Michigan · House May 29, 2025

HB 4343: Traffic control: violations; certain trucks assisting in a state of emergency; exempt from frost laws. Amends sec. 722 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.722).

HB 4343 exempts certain commercial trucks assisting in a declared state of emergency from Michigan's frost laws, which typically restrict truck operations during freezing conditions. This means trucks providing emergency response services (like transporting supplies or personnel) will not face traffic violations for operating during frost conditions when supporting emergency efforts. The bill amends Michigan's Vehicle Code (MCL 257.722) to create this specific exception for emergency assistance vehicles. It directly affects commercial truck operators and emergency management agencies during declared emergencies.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationExempts emergency response trucks from frost law restrictions during crises, enabling uninterrupted transport of critical supplies/personnel and enhancing emergency transportation safety per MCL 257.722 amendments.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Freight Tags Emergency Management

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passed both · Michigan · House May 29, 2025

HB 4344: Transportation: carriers; limitation on driving hours; remove during a state of emergency. Amends sec. 1a of 1963 PA 181 (MCL 480.11a).

HB 4344 removes driving hour limits for commercial motor vehicle drivers during declared state emergencies. It specifically exempts drivers traveling to assist with or directly helping during disasters from federal hours-of-service rules (49 CFR part 395) under Michigan's Emergency Management Act. This change directly affects commercial drivers transporting goods or people in support of emergency response efforts when a state of emergency is active.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRemoves driving hour limits for commercial drivers during emergencies to facilitate disaster response, supporting transportation infrastructure functionality in crises.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Freight Tags Emergency Management

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