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MI HB5841
Bill
Status
8/15/2012
Primary Sponsor
Charles Moss
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AI Summary
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Amends the definition of "basic driver improvement course" to allow delivery via internet or classroom instruction, with or without supporting DVD material, subject to secretary of state approval.
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Modifies eligibility requirements for individuals to avoid points on their driving record by completing a basic driver improvement course, removing restrictions on prior course completion and point thresholds.
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Requires approved sponsors to conduct effectiveness studies every 5 years measuring the course's impact on reducing collisions and moving violations, with results reported to legislative transportation committees.
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Establishes a $20,000 security bond requirement for course sponsors and limits secretary of state approval to only one sponsor per curriculum.
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Creates a basic driver improvement course fund to receive fees from approved sponsors (capped at $100 per participant) to cover program administration costs.
Legislative Description
Traffic control; other; basic driver improvement course; modify eligibility requirements, allow secretary of state to revoke a sponsor's approved status, and expand approved sponsor requirements. Amends secs. 3a & 320d of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.3a & 257.320d).
State agencies (existing), state
Last Action
Per Rule 41 Re-referred To Committee On Insurance
9/11/2012