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MI HB4925
Bill
Status
9/8/2011
Primary Sponsor
Jon Bumstead
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AI Summary
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Removes the restriction limiting off-road vehicle (ORV) operation authorization to specific "eligible counties," allowing any county board of commissioners to adopt ordinances permitting ORV operation on maintained county roads.
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Allows any township board to adopt ordinances authorizing ORV operation on maintained township roads, removing the one-year waiting period and eligibility county restrictions.
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Permits municipalities (cities and villages) to authorize ORV operation on maintained streets within their jurisdiction without county eligibility limitations.
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Maintains operational requirements including 25 mph speed limit, operation on far right of roads with traffic flow, headlight and taillight use, single-file travel, and restrictions on certain vehicle types and operators under 18 years old.
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Preserves liability immunity for local units of government and establishes civil infraction penalties up to $500, with collected fines and damages split 50-50 between law enforcement for ORV enforcement and road maintenance departments for repairs.
Legislative Description
Natural resources; other; counties eligible to authorize off-road vehicles on road shoulders; extend to entire state and eliminate sunset. Amends sec. 81131 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.81131).
Veterans, other
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Outdoor Recreation And Tourism
5/8/2012