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MI HB4417

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

2/21/2024

Primary Sponsor

Graham Filler

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Origin

House of Representatives

102nd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Allows surviving spouse or heir of deceased vehicle owner to obtain title without requiring letters from probate court if vehicle value is below specified threshold

  • Sets maximum vehicle value at $60,000 through 2023, increases to $100,000 for 2024-2025 calendar years

  • Starting in 2026 and annually thereafter, automatically adjusts the maximum value threshold based on Consumer Price Index, rounded to nearest $1,000, with Department of Treasury publishing updated amounts by September 1 each year

  • Requires applicant to provide proof of owner's death and certification of heir or surviving spouse status to Secretary of State

  • Takes effect May 21, 2024 with immediate effect provisions

Legislative Description

Vehicles: title; transfer of ownership of vehicle to surviving spouse or heir after owner's death; modify maximum value and adjust for cost of living. Amends sec. 236 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.236).

State agencies (existing): treasury

Last Action

Assigned Pa 2'24 With Immediate Effect

2/21/2024

Committee Referrals

Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety10/31/2023
Judiciary4/13/2023

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