MI SB0531

Voids and makes unenforceable indemnification provisions in construction contracts that require a contractor to indemnify the other party for damages caused solely by the other party's negligence.

Prohibits public entities from requiring Michigan-licensed architects, professional engineers, professional surveyors, or landscape architects authorized to do business in the state to defend or assume liability beyond their proportionate degree of fault in design or construction contracts.

Limits indemnification obligations to an amount proportional to the degree of fault of the licensed professional, contractor, or their respective subconsultants and subcontractors.

Defines "public entity" to include state agencies, cities, villages, townships, counties, school districts, and community colleges, but excludes institutions of higher education.

Bill's effective date is contingent upon enactment of Senate Bill No. 513 of the 97th Legislature.