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MI SB0773

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/29/2026

Primary Sponsor

Roger Hauck

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Origin

Senate

103rd Legislature

AI Summary

  • Property owners within 5 miles of a racing facility or racetrack cannot bring nuisance, taking, or similar claims against the facility if the track existed before they purchased or built on their property.

  • Immunity applies regardless of changes to the racing facility's size, scope, configuration, technology, or type of racing conducted, as long as those changes are lawful.

  • The law applies retroactively to all claims filed on or after the effective date, even if the alleged harm occurred before enactment.

  • Racing facilities remain subject to compliance with state and federal environmental laws and health and safety regulations despite the immunity.

  • "Racing facility or racetrack" is defined to include tracks, spectator areas, garages, and associated grounds where competitive vehicle and motorsport races are conducted.

Legislative Description

Civil procedure: other; racing facilities and racetracks; provide immunity from nuisance claims. Amends 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.101 - 600.9947) by adding sec. 2940a.

Civil procedure: other

Last Action

Referred To Committee On Regulatory Affairs

1/29/2026

Committee Referrals

Regulatory Affairs1/29/2026

Full Bill Text

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