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MI SB0866
Bill
AI Summary
SB 866 Summary
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Replaces archaic "shall" language with modern "must" and "are" terminology throughout MCL 117.5 regarding home rule city powers.
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Allows cities to adopt charter amendments by resolution without voter approval if the amendment involves revising the full text of the charter to use gender-neutral language for referring to individuals.
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Makes no substantive changes to existing restrictions on city taxation, charter submissions, special elections, judge salary reductions, bond issuance, or minimum staffing requirements.
Legislative Description
Cities: home rule; charter amendments by resolution and without a vote of the electors; provide for under certain circumstances. Amends sec. 5 of 1909 PA 279 (MCL 117.5).
Cities: home rule
Last Action
Referred To Committee On Elections
4/24/2020