MI SB1029

Establishes criminal penalties for a moving violation with criminal penalties that causes injury to a vulnerable roadway user or person operating an implement of husbandry on a highway, punishable by up to 1 year imprisonment or a fine of up to $1,000, or both.

Establishes felony penalties for a moving violation with criminal penalties that causes death to a vulnerable roadway user or person operating an implement of husbandry on a highway, punishable by up to 15 years imprisonment or a fine of up to $7,500, or both.

Defines "moving violation" as an act or omission prohibited under the Michigan Vehicle Code or a local ordinance substantially corresponding to it that occurs while operating a motor vehicle and subjects the person to a fine.

Defines "vulnerable roadway user" as a pedestrian, wheelchair user, or person operating a transportation device (including bicycles, electric bicycles, and electric wheelchairs meeting specified power and speed requirements) in compliance with the vehicle code.

Defines "transportation device" as devices powered by human power or electrical propulsion systems of 750 watts or 1 horsepower with a maximum speed of 20 miles per hour on a paved level surface.