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MI SB1073
Bill
AI Summary
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Removes two exclusions from the definition of "school" that previously excluded residential educational institutions and institutions where all students are transported by motor vehicle.
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Maintains school zone speed limits at 30 minutes before and after regularly scheduled school sessions, rounded to nearest 5-minute increment, with reductions of no more than 20 mph from posted limits but not less than 25 mph.
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Allows school superintendents to adjust timing of school zone speed limits based on actual school schedules and off-campus lunch periods.
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Permits school superintendents to request school crossing designations on state trunk lines and county highways with 35+ mph speed limits when students must cross to attend school.
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment.
Legislative Description
Traffic control; speed restrictions; speed restrictions in a school zone; modify definition of school. Amends sec. 627a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.627a).
Education: facilities
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Transportation
9/5/2018