Transportation (Roads & Highways)

in committee · Michigan · House Jun 18, 2025

HB 4656: Transportation: other; road construction projects that shut down all lanes of a road; prohibit. Amends sec. 1 of 1917 PA 165 (MCL 247.291).

HB 4656 prohibits highway officials from completely shutting down all lanes of a road during construction if it would cut off a community’s only access point or if the only alternative route is frequently blocked by railroad crossings. The bill amends Michigan law to require that such closures only occur when absolutely necessary for construction, and even then, must be temporary with work completed expediently to reopen at least partial access as soon as possible. It directly affects communities relying on single road access and highway officials managing construction projects. The key provision prevents full closures that isolate communities, while allowing temporary full shutdowns only when no feasible alternative exists for maintaining traffic flow.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationProhibits unnecessary road closures that disrupt community access, ensuring continued transportation functionality and safety during construction projects.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Rail Roads & Highways

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Jun 26, 2025

SB 448: Transportation: funds; road investment incentive program; create. Amends 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.651 - 247.675) by adding sec. 10q.

SB 448 creates a state-funded road investment incentive program that provides dollar-for-dollar matching grants to local road agencies (like counties and cities) for road construction, maintenance, or repair projects. Local agencies must contribute non-federal, non-state funds to match the grants, and total statewide grants are capped at 1 mill of all taxable property value in Michigan. The program requires local agencies to annually verify the sources of their matching funds, and the state transportation department must establish and publish clear application and award criteria online. This bill directly affects local governments managing public roads by providing new funding flexibility while ensuring local investment.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates state-funded matching grants for road projects, allocating capped state funds (1 mill of taxable property value) to support infrastructure spending under state management of funds.92% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates state-funded road grants for construction/maintenance, directly advancing transportation infrastructure through financial incentives.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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signed · Michigan · House Jul 29, 2026

HB 4415: Counties: boards and commissions; requirement for competitive bidding by county road commissions on certain purchases; modify. Amends sec. 10 of 1909 PA 283 (MCL 224.10).

HB 4415 requires county road commissions to use competitive bidding for certain road projects that were previously exempt. This bill directly affects county road commissions by modifying existing rules (MCL 224.10) to expand the requirement for public bidding on specific infrastructure work. The key provision mandates that counties must solicit competitive bids for projects like road construction or repairs that meet defined criteria, ensuring transparency in spending. This change applies to all counties in Michigan where such projects were previously handled without competitive processes.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires competitive bidding for road construction/repair projects, ensuring transparency and efficient infrastructure spending under highway infrastructure management.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

in committee · Michigan · House Apr 30, 2025

HB 4084: Transportation: funds; funding for sound wall projects; provide for. Amends 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.651 - 247.675) by adding sec. 14b.

HB 4084 creates a state program to fund sound walls and other noise-reduction measures along Michigan's state trunk line highways where no such barriers currently exist. It directs the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) to provide grants or loans to local road authorities for constructing or maintaining these noise barriers. The program uses a scoring system prioritizing cost-effectiveness, noise reduction for residential areas (minimum 5 decibels), existing noise levels, and benefits to schools/parks. MDOT must publicly report annual applications, approvals, and project outcomes to legislative committees.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationFunds noise-reduction infrastructure for highways via MDOT grants, directly advancing transportation safety and infrastructure maintenance as per bill's core purpose.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways

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passed both · Michigan · House Sep 17, 2025

HB 4349: Cities: home rule; private road maintenance or improvement projects; allow. Amends 1909 PA 279 (MCL 117.1 - 117.38) by adding sec. 5l.

HB 4349 allows Michigan cities to contract with private companies for the maintenance or improvement of private roads within their boundaries. This change directly affects cities seeking to partner with outside contractors for road work on privately owned streets, removing a prior restriction. The bill amends the Municipal Home Rule Act (MCL 117.1-117.38) by adding Section 5l, granting cities this new authority. The legislation passed unanimously in the House with immediate effect on September 17, 2025.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationEnables cities to contract private firms for private road maintenance, removing restrictions and facilitating infrastructure upkeep under highways repair subject.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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passed both · Michigan · House Apr 15, 2025

HB 4230: Taxation: other; neighborhood road fund; create and provide for the distribution of the fund. Amends 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.651 - 247.675) by adding sec. 13c.

HB 4230 creates a new "neighborhood road fund" in Michigan's state treasury, funded by $100 million annually from income tax revenues (specifically from Section 695 of the 1967 Income Tax Act). This fund directly affects county road commissions, city and village road agencies, and the local bridge advisory board. Key provisions require $100 million yearly to be reserved exclusively for repairing closed, restricted, and critical bridges (managed by the advisory board), while the remaining funds are distributed to road agencies based on their road mileage - $100,000 per county commission plus a mileage-based share for all counties, and similarly for cities/villages. The bill specifies these funds must cover road preservation, maintenance, and preventative work without requiring local matching funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesDirectly allocates $100M annual income tax revenue to fund bridge repairs, strengthening infrastructure through dedicated budget allocation.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates $100M annual fund specifically for repairing critical bridges and roads, directly funding transportation infrastructure maintenance as stated in bill summary and subjects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · Michigan · House Oct 30, 2025

HB 5156: Traffic control: traffic regulation; authority to provide road closures in the interest of public safety; expand. Amends 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.1 - 257.923) by adding sec. 606c.

HB 5156 amends Michigan's Vehicle Code to give local law enforcement agencies (like city police or county sheriffs) temporary authority to control traffic during emergencies or specific events. It allows officers or temporary devices to guide, direct, or stop traffic on any public road within their jurisdiction when necessary for public safety, including during large marches, parades, protests, terrorist attacks, or violent acts. The bill specifically expands existing traffic control powers to cover these scenarios without requiring prior court orders. This change directly affects how local police manage traffic during public gatherings or crises, aiming to enhance safety responses. The bill is currently in committee review after being introduced on October 29, 2025.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationAmends traffic regulations to allow temporary traffic control during emergencies for public safety, enhancing transportation safety protocols.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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in committee · Michigan · House Nov 4, 2025

HB 5175: Highways: construction and repair; 10-year warranty contract on state road projects; require. Amends 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.651 - 247.675) by adding sec. 13c. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5176'25

HB 5175 requires that for new highway construction or full bridge reconstruction starting January 2026, contractors must provide a 10-year maintenance contract covering design, building, operation, and upkeep of the project. This applies to state and local road agencies, making contractors responsible for repairs (like potholes or snow removal) for a decade or until the first major preventative maintenance, whichever comes later. The bill specifies that contractors aren’t liable for disaster damage (e.g., floods or storms), and annual payments must remain at least 10% of peak annual payments. It directly affects road construction projects, contractors, and taxpayers by shifting long-term maintenance responsibility to private entities.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesShifts long-term maintenance costs to contractors, reducing future state spending and promoting fiscal responsibility through contractual obligations.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires 10-year maintenance contracts for highway projects, ensuring long-term infrastructure upkeep and reducing future repair costs through contractor accountability.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways

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in committee · Michigan · House Nov 4, 2025

HB 5176: Highways: construction and repair; 10-year warranty contract on state road projects; require. Amends secs. 11, 12 & 13 of 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.661 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5175'25

HB 5176 requires contractors to provide a 10-year warranty for all state road construction and repair projects. This means contractors must fix any defects in the work for a full decade after completion, shifting long-term maintenance responsibility from the state to the contractors. The bill amends Michigan’s 1951 Highway Act (MCL 247.661 et seq.) to add this warranty requirement to Section 11. It directly affects state contractors who build or repair public roads, potentially reducing future taxpayer costs for road repairs.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationRequires 10-year contractor warranty for state road projects, ensuring long-term infrastructure quality and shifting maintenance responsibility to contractors, strengthening road maintenance standards.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways

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signed · Michigan · Senate Oct 8, 2025

SB 578: Highways: bridges; movable bridge fund; modify and create neighborhood roads fund. Amends sec. 11g of 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.661g) & adds sec. 13c. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4180'25, HB 4181'25, HB 4182'25, HB 4183'25, HB 4951'25, HB 4961'25, HB 4968'25

SB 578 creates a new Neighborhood Roads Fund to support maintenance of local neighborhood streets and modifies the existing Movable Bridge Fund to improve bridge infrastructure funding. The bill changes how these funds are managed and allocated, directly affecting local governments responsible for road and bridge upkeep. Key provisions include establishing dedicated funding sources for neighborhood roads and adjusting eligibility rules for bridge repair projects. These changes clarify state funding streams for community infrastructure without altering tax rates or new construction policies.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates dedicated Neighborhood Roads Fund and modifies Movable Bridge Fund, allocating state budget for essential infrastructure maintenance and local government support.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationCreates Neighborhood Roads Fund for local street maintenance and modifies Movable Bridge Fund to improve infrastructure funding, directly advancing transportation infrastructure investment.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding