HB 6156 Summary

• Allows farm tractors and implements of husbandry to cross the Mackinac Bridge upon payment of tolls if they comply with Michigan vehicle code requirements and can maintain minimum bridge crossing speeds.

• Exempts the Mackinac Bridge Authority's own personnel and vehicles from paying tolls when on duty or conducting authority business.

• Exempts authorized emergency vehicles actively responding to emergencies from toll charges.

• Creates criminal penalty of up to 30 days imprisonment or $500 fine for individuals who fail to pay required tolls.

• Defines key terms including "authorized emergency vehicle," "farm tractor," and "implement of husbandry" by reference to the Michigan vehicle code.