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MI HB5315

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/16/2022

Primary Sponsor

John Damoose

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Origin

House of Representatives

101st Legislature

AI Summary

  • Amends MCL 750.552c to restructure the definition of "key facility" into two categories: facilities listed in subsection (3) that require only posting, and facilities in subsection (2)(b) that require both physical barriers and posting.

  • Designates specific bridges as key facilities requiring signage on non-public portions: any movable bridge in Michigan, Mackinac Bridge, Zilwaukee Bridge, Rouge River Bridge, MacArthur Bridge, and all international crossings including Ambassador Bridge, Blue Water Bridge, Detroit-Windsor Tunnel, Gordie Howe International Bridge, and International Bridge.

  • Maintains criminal penalties of up to 4 years imprisonment or $2,500 fine for intentionally entering or remaining on key facility premises without authority or permission.

  • Clarifies posting requirements by mandating minimum 1-inch letter height, minimum 50 square-inch sign size, and spacing to ensure at least one sign is visible at any entry point.

  • Adds new defense provision stating it is not a defense if a key facility designed to be enclosed has its barrier left open during normal operating hours, provided proper signage is posted.

Legislative Description

Highways: bridges; Mackinac Bridge; designate as critical infrastructure. Amends sec. 552c of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.552c).

State agencies (existing): transportation

Last Action

Referred To Committee Of The Whole

6/16/2022

Committee Referrals

Transportation And Infrastructure2/17/2022
Transportation9/21/2021

Full Bill Text

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