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MI HB4925

Bill

Status

Introduced

9/8/2011

Primary Sponsor

Jon Bumstead

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Origin

House of Representatives

96th Legislature

AI Summary

  • 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.

  • Allows any township board to adopt ordinances authorizing ORV operation on maintained township roads, removing the one-year waiting period and eligibility county restrictions.

  • Permits municipalities (cities and villages) to authorize ORV operation on maintained streets within their jurisdiction without county eligibility limitations.

  • 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.

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Outdoor Recreation And Tourism5/8/2012
Natural Resources, Tourism, And Outdoor Recreation9/8/2011

Full Bill Text

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