Transportation

in committee · Michigan · House Mar 10, 2026

HB 5683: Highways: bridges; use of property at the Gordie Howe International Bridge; provide for. Amends sec. 2 of 1941 PA 205 (MCL 252.52).

This bill amends Michigan's highway law to clarify how state-owned property at the Gordie Howe International Bridge in Detroit can be used for commercial activities. It allows the state transportation department to lease facilities at international border crossings for selling goods intended for export and consumption outside the United States, as well as for customs brokering services. The legislation also permits the department to enter into agreements for electronic travel information devices, logo signage, and vending machine operations, with all generated revenue deposited into state funds. These provisions apply specifically to the Gordie Howe International Bridge, the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron, and the International Bridge in Sault Ste. Marie.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill clarifies and expands use of state-owned bridge property for commercial activities, enhancing transportation infrastructure utilization at international border crossings.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Bridges Ports Roads & Highways

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 11, 2026

HB 5704: Traffic control: traffic regulation; requirements for passing a stationary vehicle; modify to include county road worker vehicles. Amends secs. 2, 653a & 907 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.2 et seq.) & repeals sec. 653b of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.653b). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5702'26, HB 5703'26

This bill amends Michigan's vehicle code to require drivers to pass county road worker vehicles with the same caution and speed restrictions as they must when passing stationary emergency vehicles. It defines road work vehicles as those used for construction, maintenance, or utility work displaying flashing red or amber lights, and updates the legal definitions of authorized emergency vehicles to include these road service vehicles. Drivers must reduce their speed by at least 10 miles per hour and move at least one lane or two vehicle widths away from the stationary vehicle when possible, with penalties including civil fines for violations. The changes apply to all public roadways and align the treatment of road workers with that of police, firefighters, and other emergency responders.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill enhances transportation safety by requiring drivers to pass county road worker vehicles with same caution as emergency vehicles, protecting workers and improving road safety standards.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Traffic Safety

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 11, 2026

HB 5706: Law enforcement: local police; reimbursement from the highway safety fund to local law enforcement agencies for assisting certain vehicle crashes; provide for. Amends sec. 629e of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.629e). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5705'26

HB 5706 amends Michigan's vehicle code to establish a reimbursement mechanism for local law enforcement agencies that assist with certain vehicle crashes. The bill creates a funding pathway where local police departments can receive financial support from the highway safety fund when they provide assistance at vehicle crash scenes. This provision directly affects local law enforcement agencies and the state highway safety fund, allowing for reimbursement of costs incurred during crash assistance operations. The bill is tied to companion legislation HB 5705 and requires both measures to be enacted together for the changes to take effect.

Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeBill provides funding mechanism for local law enforcement to assist vehicle crashes, strengthening police resources and operational capacity within criminal justice system.75% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes funding mechanism for local law enforcement assistance at vehicle crashes, enhancing transportation safety through crash scene support.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Law Enforcement Policing Roads & Highways

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in committee · Michigan · House Apr 14, 2026

HB 5765: Vehicles: registration; electric vehicle registration fee; provide for. Amends 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.1 - 257.923) by adding sec. 801l. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5766'26

This bill establishes a new road usage charge for electric vehicles, self-charging hybrids, and plug-in hybrids in Michigan, starting on January 1, 2027. Vehicle owners can choose between paying a flat annual registration fee or a mileage-based tax that accounts for miles driven within the state. The mileage option requires owners to allow their vehicle's odometer data to be reported to the state, with penalties for tampering with odometers or misreporting mileage. Funds collected from these taxes will be used to administer the program or deposited into the state's transportation fund. The bill also sets rules for how the state will contract with a private company to manage the mileage tracking and billing system.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill creates new revenue source through road usage charge for EVs, increasing state budget funds while maintaining fiscal responsibility.85% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill establishes road usage charge for electric vehicles, promoting sustainable transportation and modernizing vehicle registration systems.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Fees & Licensing Electric Vehicles Transportation Funding Vehicle Registration

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 5643: Traffic control: parking; exceptions to prohibited parking; include delivery drivers. Amends sec. 674 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.674).

This bill amends Michigan's vehicle code to allow delivery drivers to park in center medians when necessary to safely complete pickups or deliveries and no other parking is available. It directly affects delivery drivers and changes existing parking restrictions by adding a specific exception for this group in designated roadway areas. The provision requires that the parking be temporary and only used when no reasonable alternative parking location exists. This change aims to improve delivery efficiency while maintaining safety standards on public roadways.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill creates exception allowing delivery drivers to park in medians for safety, improving delivery efficiency and reducing traffic congestion.85% confidence

Sub-Topics Driver Licensing Roads & Highways

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Apr 21, 2026

SB 856: Appropriations: transportation department; appropriations for fiscal year 2026-2027; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

This bill allocates state funding to the Michigan Department of Transportation for the fiscal year 2026-2027. It authorizes the department to spend the appropriated funds on its authorized programs and operations during that period. The legislation establishes the legal framework for distributing and using the budget resources designated for the transportation department.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funding to Michigan Department of Transportation for FY 2026-2027, directly supporting budget appropriations for essential public services.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates state funding to the Michigan Department of Transportation for fiscal year 2026-2027, directly supporting transportation infrastructure and operations.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Transportation Funding

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 4, 2026

HB 5660: Housing: other; Michigan home program act; create. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5661'26

This bill creates the MI Home Program Act to increase housing supply and affordability in Michigan by establishing new state funds and programs for grants, loans, and assistance. It defines specific categories of eligible applicants and developers, including local governments, nonprofits, and individuals, while allowing qualified zoning changes that reduce parking requirements, permit smaller homes, and encourage denser development near transit. The legislation empowers the Michigan State Housing Development Authority to administer these programs and distribute money to support the construction, rehabilitation, and rental of residential properties for income-qualified households.

Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill creates MI Home Program Act to increase housing supply and affordability through grants, loans, and zoning changes that encourage denser development.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill encourages denser development near transit and allows zoning changes that reduce parking requirements, indirectly supporting public transit accessibility and sustainable transportation planning.75% confidence

Sub-Topics Affordable Housing Homeownership Zoning

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in committee · Michigan · House Mar 3, 2026

HB 5615: Appropriations: transportation department; appropriations for fiscal year 2026-2027; provide for. Creates appropriation act.

HB 5615 is a funding bill that sets aside state money for Michigan's transportation department to cover expenses during the 2026-2027 fiscal year. It directly affects the state transportation department by authorizing specific budget allocations for its operations. As an appropriations bill, it does not create new policies or change laws, but rather provides the financial framework for existing transportation programs and projects. The bill is currently pending in the Appropriations Committee after being introduced on February 26, 2026.

Topics ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill allocates state funds for Michigan's transportation department operations during 2026-2027, directly funding existing transportation programs and infrastructure projects.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Transportation Funding

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in committee · Michigan · Senate Feb 26, 2026

SB 810: Marihuana: taxation; comprehensive road funding tax act; repeal. Repeals 2025 PA 23 (MCL 205.901 - 205.913).

SB 810 is a procedural bill that repeals 2025 PA 23, the "Comprehensive road funding tax act" (MCL 205.901-205.913). It directly affects the tax provisions previously established under that law, which would have imposed specific taxes to fund road maintenance. The bill does not create new taxes or policies but formally removes the existing tax framework. This repeal would eliminate the legal basis for those taxes if enacted. (2 sentences, as it is a procedural repeal bill.)

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepeals tax framework for road funding, eliminating dedicated revenue source for public infrastructure maintenance.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationRepeals tax act funding road maintenance, eliminating dedicated transportation infrastructure funding source.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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in committee · Michigan · House Feb 24, 2026

HB 5543: Transportation: funds; allowable annual appropriation to the state trunk line fund for deposit in the grade crossing surface account; increase. Amends sec. 10 of 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.660).

HB 5543 increases the annual funding for grade crossing surface improvements from $3 million to $6 million per year by amending Section 10(1)(b) of Michigan's Transportation Fund Act (MCL 247.660). This change directs more state transportation funds toward safety and surface repairs at railroad crossings - locations where roads intersect train tracks - across Michigan. The bill specifically adjusts the allocation within the state trunk line fund, ensuring doubled resources for maintaining these critical infrastructure points. It does not alter other funding mechanisms but directly affects how money is distributed for grade crossing safety upgrades.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesIncreases annual transportation safety funding from $3M to $6M via state budget reallocation, directly boosting public infrastructure spending.95% confidence ✓ TransportationSupports TransportationBill explicitly increases annual funding for grade crossing safety improvements from $3M to $6M, directly advancing transportation infrastructure safety within Michigan's transportation fund.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Bridges Roads & Highways Transportation Funding

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