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MI HCR0029
Concurrent Resolution
Status
12/15/2020
Primary Sponsor
Beau LaFave
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AI Summary
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Opposes enactment and enforcement of state laws requiring driver's license suspension or revocation for drug offense convictions as mandated by 23 USC 159.
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References federal law allowing states to avoid highway funding withholding if the state legislature and governor formally oppose the federal mandate through legislative resolution and written certification.
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Urges the Governor to submit written certification to the U.S. Secretary of Transportation opposing the drug-related license suspension mandate, accompanied by this resolution.
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Determines that Michigan's policy goals may not align with the federal requirement for automatic license suspension tied to drug convictions.
Legislative Description
A concurrent resolution opposing the enactment and enforcement of a state law, under a federal mandate, that requires the suspension or revocation or the delay of issuance or reinstatement, of a driver's license to an individual convicted of a drug offense.
Last Action
Adopted By Senate - Referred To The Clerk For Record
12/15/2020