HB 6511 Summary

• Increases the maximum vehicle value threshold from $60,000 to $100,000 for surviving spouses and heirs to claim title without formal probate proceedings when an owner dies.

• Allows surviving spouses or heirs (in order of succession under Michigan law) to obtain vehicle title by providing proof of death and certification of their status, regardless of whether formal estate letters are issued.

• Implements annual cost-of-living adjustments to the $100,000 threshold beginning January 1, 2022, using the U.S. Consumer Price Index for all urban consumers.

• Requires the Michigan Secretary of State to determine and publish the adjusted value amount each December 1 for the following year.

• Takes effect 90 days after enactment into law.