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MI HB5636
Bill
Status
12/31/2014
Primary Sponsor
Kevin Cotter
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AI Summary
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Amends the Michigan Insurance Code (1956 PA 218) to modify security requirements for motor vehicles driven on highways by allowing certain vehicles to be excluded from mandatory automobile insurance coverage.
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Adds "power-driven mobility device" to the list of vehicles excluded from the definition of "motor vehicle," meaning wheelchairs and battery-powered mobility devices designed for individuals with disabilities are not required to carry automobile insurance.
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Clarifies that a "commercial quadricycle" (a pedal-powered or motor-assisted vehicle with at least 4 wheels and 6 passenger seats used for commercial purposes) is excluded from motor vehicle insurance requirements.
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Allows insurers to permit owners of motor vehicles not driven on highways to delete portions of their insurance coverage and maintain only comprehensive coverage.
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Takes effect only if House Bill No. 5045 of the 97th Legislature is enacted into law, with the power-driven mobility device definition applied retroactively.
Legislative Description
Insurance; no-fault; operation of golf cart on public highway without requirement of no-fault insurance; allow. Amends sec. 3101 of 1956 PA 218 (MCL 500.3101). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5045'13
Traffic control, traffic regulation
Last Action
Assigned Pa 492'14 With Immediate Effect 2014 Addenda
12/31/2014