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MI HB5696

Bill

Official Source

Status

Engrossed

7/21/2020

Primary Sponsor

Ronnie Peterson

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Origin

House of Representatives

100th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Changes penalties for violations of the Motor Carrier Fuel Tax Act from criminal misdemeanor charges to civil infractions.
  • Reduces maximum penalty from $100 fine and/or 90 days imprisonment to a civil fine not exceeding $150.
  • Applies to persons making false statements, refusing required returns, operating as unlicensed motor carriers, or violating the act.
  • Maintains department authority to revoke licenses of violators in addition to imposing civil fines.

Legislative Description

Transportation; motor carrier fuel tax; motor carrier fuel tax act; modify penalties. Amends sec. 15 of 1980 PA 119 (MCL 207.225).

Transportation: motor carrier fuel tax

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Judiciary And Public Safety

7/23/2020

Committee Referrals

Judiciary And Public Safety7/23/2020
Judiciary3/17/2020

Full Bill Text

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