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MI SB0433

Bill

Status

Introduced

7/1/2015

Primary Sponsor

Wayne Schmidt

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Origin

Senate

98th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Amends the Michigan Aeronautics Code (1945 PA 327) to add a definition of "drone" as an aircraft or other flying device that is remotely controlled.

  • Modifies the definition of "balloon" to clarify it is a lighter-than-air aircraft not engine driven that sustains flight through gas buoyancy or an airborne heater.

  • Revises the definition of "commercial activity or operations" to include activities such as gasoline/oil sales, charter flying, flight instruction, aircraft shelter, tie-down services, and aircraft repair or overhaul.

  • Amends the definition of "decal plate" to clarify it is the distinctive tab, sticker, decal, or plate issued by the commission with aircraft registration certificates.

  • Takes effect 90 days after enactment only if Senate Bill 432 of the 98th Legislature is also enacted into law.

Legislative Description

Aeronautics; other; definition of unmanned aerial vehicles; provide for. Amends sec. 3 of 1945 PA 327 (MCL 259.3). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0432'15

Aeronautics: other

Last Action

Referred To Committee Of The Whole

5/31/2016

Committee Referrals

Transportation7/1/2015

Full Bill Text

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