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Legislative Session(s): 2015-2016
Document Type(s): Bills
Sponsor: Tom Casperson
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HCR 0001 of 2015 House Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to support the Marquette County Road Commission’s appeal of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s objection to the planned construction of County Road 595.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
SJR C of 2015 Senate Joint Resolution Constitutional amendments; state; Michigan natural resources trust fund; modify allowable expenditures. Amends the state constitution by adding sec. 35 to art. IX.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SR 0003 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Harry A. DeMaso, former member of the Senate.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SCR 0004 of 2015 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to urge the U.S. Congress to override the President of the United States' veto of the Keystone XL pipeline application legislation and to encourage members of the U.S. Congress who did not originally support the legislation to vote in favor of it.
Last Action: referred to Committee on Energy Policy
SR 0005 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to declare January 25-31, 2015, as Catholic Schools Week in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0006 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution recognizing January 25 - January 31, 2015, as Michigan School Choice Week.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SCR 0006 of 2015 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to appropriate funds from the Nuclear Waste Fund for the establishment of a permanent repository for high-level nuclear waste or reimburse electric utility customers who paid into the fund.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SR 0007 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to support scientifically-based state management of gray wolves and to call for legislative action by the U.S. Congress and an appeal by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and the Michigan Department of Natural Resources in an effort to remove the Western Great Lakes gray wolf population from the endangered and threatened species list.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SCR 0007 of 2015 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to ensure a safe and permanent location to store nuclear waste and to refer the issue of locating nuclear waste repositories in the Great Lakes basin to the International Joint Commission.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY
SCR 0008 of 2015 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to urge the U.S. Department of Energy and the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission to fulfill their obligation to establish a permanent repository for high-level nuclear waste.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SR 0008 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution proclaiming February 2015 as American Heart Month and February 6, 2015, as Go Red for Women Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0009 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to support the Marquette County Road Commission’s appeal of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s objection to the planned construction of County Road 595.
Last Action: ADOPTED
HCR 0011 of 2015 House Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to urge the United States Supreme Court to recognize its limited historic role in a federal system and to urge the states to become proactive in defending their sovereignty against federal overreach.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS AND GOVERNMENT REFORM
SCR 0012 of 2015 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to urge the United States Supreme Court to recognize its limited historic role in a federal system and to urge the states to become proactive in defending their sovereignty against federal overreach.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SCR 0013 of 2015 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to memorialize the President of the United States, the United States Congress, and the United States Environmental Protection Agency to abandon the promulgation of currently proposed carbon emission reduction regulations that would lead to an unnecessary and drastic increase in the cost of electricity for the people of the state of Michigan.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SR 0014 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution commemorating May 2015 as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SCR 0014 of 2015 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to oppose the United States Environmental Protection Agency's efforts to study or commission a study that could lead to regulations on grills and barbecues.
Last Action: adopted and returned
SB 0015 of 2015 Senate Bill Weapons; firearms; Michigan firearms freedom act; create. Creates new act.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE WITH SUBSTITUTE S-1
SR 0016 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize the President of the United States, the U.S. Congress, and the U.S. Federal Communications Commission to refrain from regulating broadband Internet services as common carrier services under Title II of the Communications Act of 1934.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SB 0016 of 2015 Senate Bill Natural resources; funding; Michigan natural resources trust fund; modify allowable expenditures. Amends secs. 1902 & 1903 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.1902 & 324.1903) & repeals sec. 1904 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.1904). TIE BAR WITH: SJR C'15
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SCR 0016 of 2015 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Harry T. Gast, former member of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SR 0018 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution commemorating March 2015 as Reading Month in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SCR 0021 of 2015 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact legislation that prohibits the manufacture and sale of consumer products containing plastic microbeads.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SB 0021 of 2015 Senate Bill Retirement; state police; monthly retirement allowance; provide 1-time increase for certain retirants to provide cost-of-living adjustment. Amends sec. 40a of 1986 PA 182 (MCL 38.1640a). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0022'15
Last Action: referred to Committee on Appropriations
SB 0022 of 2015
(PA 0168 of 2015)
Senate Bill Retirement; state police; retirement allowance; provide increase sufficient to produce annual retirement allowance of $16,000.00 for certain retirants. Amends 1986 PA 182 (MCL 38.1601 - 38.1648) by adding sec. 40c.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0168'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0024 of 2015 Senate Bill Property tax; principal residence exemption; homestead exemption; continue exemption upon death of homeowner under certain conditions. Amends sec. 7cc of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.7cc).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Tax Policy
SR 0025 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to pass legislation that authorizes the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to implement measures at the Brandon Road lock and dam to prevent Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0026 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to urge the Federal Aviation Administration to reconsider new policies that would prohibit offset loading of sea-land containers by the U.S. air cargo industry.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0027 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution designating September 6, 2015, as Michigan Mining Day.
Last Action: ADOPTED AS AMENDED
SR 0028 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to express support for the renewed growth of mining in Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED AS SUBSTITUTED S-1
SB 0034 of 2015
(PA 0003 of 2015)
Senate Bill Weapons; licensing; concealed pistol licensing boards; eliminate, and transfer duties to the department of state police and county clerks. Amends secs. 1, 2a, 4, 5, 5a, 5b, 5c, 5d, 5e, 5f, 5j, 5k, 5l, 5o & 8 of 1927 PA 372 (MCL 28.421 et seq.); adds sec. 5x & repeals secs. 5m & 6a of 1927 PA 372 (MCL 28.425m & 28.426a).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0003'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0035 of 2015
(PA 0004 of 2015)
Senate Bill Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; reference in sentencing guidelines; update. Amends sec. 11b, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.11b). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0034'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0004'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SR 0037 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to commemorate April 21, 2015, as Holocaust Remembrance Day in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SB 0039 of 2015 Senate Bill Natural resources; land acquisition; caps on DNR land purchases; suspend if legislature has approved most recent 5-year strategic plan update and payments in lieu of taxes have been made. Amends secs. 503, 504, 2104, 2106, 2126, 2130, 2131, 2132, 2136, 52501, 52503 & 52506 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.503 et seq.) & adds secs. 514, 2137 & 72117. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0040'15
Last Action: referred to Committee on Natural Resources
SB 0040 of 2015 Senate Bill Natural resources; funding; land exchange facilitation fund; authorize to be used for certain taxes and assessments on state land. Amends secs. 2135, 2154 & 51106 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.2135 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0039'15
Last Action: referred to Committee on Natural Resources
SR 0041 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Robert P. Griffin, former U.S. Senator, U.S. Representative, and Michigan Supreme Court Justice.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SB 0042 of 2015
(PA 0011 of 2015)
Senate Bill Vehicles; driver training; certain requirements applicable to commercial learner's permit; amend to comply with federal regulations. Amends secs. 7a, 18b, 25, 43a, 67a, 212, 259, 306, 307, 309, 310d, 310e, 312e, 312f, 319, 319b, 324, 625a, 732, 803b & 904 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.7a et seq.) & adds sec. 306a.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0011'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SR 0048 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution in support and recognition of National Train Day.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0053 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize the President of the United States, the United States Congress, and the United States Environmental Protection Agency to abandon the promulgation of currently proposed carbon emission reduction regulations that would lead to an unnecessary and drastic increase in the cost of electricity for the people of the state of Michigan.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SB 0054 of 2015
(PA 0012 of 2015)
Senate Bill Natural resources; hunting; use of unmanned vehicles or devices to interfere with or harass another individual who is hunting or fishing; prohibit. Amends secs. 40112 & 48703a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.40112 & 324.48703a).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0012'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0055 of 2015
(PA 0013 of 2015)
Senate Bill Natural resources; hunting; use of unmanned vehicles or device for taking game or fish; prohibit. Amends sec. 40111c of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.40111c). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0054'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0013'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SR 0056 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to oppose the United States Environmental Protection Agency's efforts to study or commission a study that could lead to regulations on grills and barbecues.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0057 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to call on the United States Army Corps of Engineers and the Michigan State Waterways Commission to promptly review and provide assistance to repair damage and prevent future flooding along Lakeshore Boulevard in Marquette, Michigan.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SR 0058 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to urge the President and Congress of the United States to take action to halt the illegal dumping of foreign steel into the U.S. market.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT
SB 0069 of 2015
(PA 0130 of 2015)
Senate Bill Higher education; community colleges; job training programs; revise sunset provision for new training agreements and clarify definition of new job. Amends secs. 161, 162 & 163 of 1966 PA 331 (MCL 389.161 et seq.).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0130'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0070 of 2015 Senate Bill Higher education; community colleges; authority to issue job training revenue bonds; remove 2018 sunset. Amends sec. 164 of 1966 PA 331 (MCL 389.164). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0069'15, SB 0071'15
Last Action: referred to Committee on Appropriations
SB 0071 of 2015 Senate Bill Higher education; community colleges; job training programs; revise statutory limit on aggregate amount of new training agreements. Amends sec. 166 of 1966 PA 331 (MCL 389.166). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0069'15, SB 0070'15
Last Action: referred to Committee on Appropriations
SR 0072 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution designating June 27, 2015, as Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON VETERANS, MILITARY AFFAIRS AND HOMELAND SECURITY
SR 0079 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to encourage the United States Forest Service to issue the owners of privately held hunting camps on leased acres within the Ottawa National Forest special use authorization under the Recreation Residence Program.
Last Action: ADOPTED AS SUBSTITUTED S-1
SB 0084 of 2015 Senate Bill Vehicles; fund-raising registration plates; fund-raising registration plate for Choose Life Michigan Fund; create. Amends 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.1 - 257.923) by adding sec. 811z.
Last Action: referred to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
SR 0084 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution of tribute offered to honor Greg White upon the completion of his term on the Michigan Public Service Commission.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SB 0086 of 2015
(PA 0046 of 2015)
Senate Bill State financing and management; bonds; issuance of certain types of bonds; extend sunset. Amends sec. 518 of 2001 PA 34 (MCL 141.2518).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0046'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SR 0087 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to urge the United States Senate to concur with the United States House of Representatives and repeal the country-of-origin labeling regulations.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0088 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution commemorating September 11-17, 2015, as Michigan Patriot Week.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SB 0100 of 2015
(PA 0079 of 2015)
Senate Bill Taxation; administration; prepayment of tax, penalty, and interest requirement as a prerequisite to filing a case regarding the assessment of tax in the Michigan court of claims; eliminate. Amends sec. 22 of 1941 PA 122 (MCL 205.22).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0079'15
SR 0100 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution designating October 2015 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0101 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to designate the final Sunday in September of each year as Gold Star Mothers Day.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SB 0104 of 2015 Senate Bill Natural resources; nonnative species; local ordinances for prevention or treatment of aquatic invasive species; authorize adoption of. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding sec. 3317.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SR 0104 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to urge the Congress of the United States to reject the U.S.-led nuclear agreement with Iran and press for a new agreement that will prevent all pathways to an Iranian nuclear weapon.
Last Action: ADOPTED AS SUBSTITUTED S-1
SR 0105 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to encourage the President and Congress of the United States and the U.S. Office of Management and Budget to support plans to upgrade the Soo Locks at Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, and approve the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' request to fund preparation of an Economic Reevaluation Report.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0109 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to urge the United States Congress to enact legislation for the purpose of enhancing hunting, fishing, recreational shooting, and other outdoor recreational opportunities, as well as strengthen conservation efforts nationwide.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SB 0111 of 2015 Senate Bill Highways; construction and repair; database for all road and bridge projects; establish. Amends 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.651 - 247.675) by adding sec. 11g.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
SR 0114 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Robert VanderLaan, former member of the Senate.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0115 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution recognizing November 8-14, 2015, as National Nurse Practitioner Week.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0117 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to commemorate November 15, 2015, as Webster L. Marble Day.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0121 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to address freeze emergencies and their consequences by enacting legislation to define freeze emergencies as major disasters eligible for federal disaster relief and emergency assistance.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0123 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to enact legislation that prohibits the manufacture and sale of consumer products containing plastic microbeads.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SR 0124 of 2015 Senate Resolution A resolution to commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the federal recognition of the tribal government of the Nottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SB 0144 of 2015
(PA 0142 of 2015)
Senate Bill Food; service establishments; exemption from inspection and managerial certification requirements; provide for if serving low-risk foods. Amends secs. 1109, 2129 & 3115 of 2000 PA 92 (MCL 289.1109 et seq.).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0142'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0165 of 2015
(PA 0126 of 2015)
Senate Bill Vehicles; other; commercial quadricycles; allow to serve alcohol under certain circumstances and make other revisions to Michigan vehicle code. Amends secs. 624a, 657, 660, 662, 901 & 907 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.624a et seq.) & adds secs. 518a & 625p. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0166'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0126'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0166 of 2015
(PA 0127 of 2015)
Senate Bill Vehicles; other; commercial quadricycle; define, and exclude from definition of "motor vehicle". Amends sec. 33 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.33) & adds sec. 7b. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0165'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0127'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0167 of 2015 Senate Bill Michigan business tax; deductions; purchases from other firms; clarify. Amends sec. 113 of 2007 PA 36 (MCL 208.1113).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SB 0171 of 2015
(PA 0078 of 2016)
Senate Bill Property tax; exemptions; housing exemption for elderly or disabled families; modify. Amends sec. 7d of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.7d).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0078'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0179 of 2015 Senate Bill Torts; premises liability; liability for recreational user; include aviation activities. Amends sec. 73301 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.73301).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
SB 0185 of 2015 Senate Bill Environmental protection; water pollution; disposal of water-softening residuals through certain permitted facilities; authorize. Amends secs. 3101 & 3112a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.3101 & 324.3112a) & adds sec. 3109f.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SB 0186 of 2015 Senate Bill Vehicles; fund-raising registration plates; fund-raising plates for the "Detroit Red Wings", "Detroit Tigers", "Detroit Lions", "Detroit Pistons", and "Michigan International Speedway"; create. Amends 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.1 - 257.923) by adding secs. 811cc, 811dd, 811ee, 811ff & 811gg.
Last Action: referred to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
SB 0189 of 2015 Senate Bill Civil procedure; costs and fees; recovery of costs and fees in an action involving this state; remove certain restrictions. Amends secs. 2421b, 2421c, 2421d & 2421e of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2421b et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0190'15
Last Action: referred to Committee on Judiciary
SB 0190 of 2015 Senate Bill Administrative procedure; contested cases; award of costs and fees to prevailing party in a case involving this state; remove certain restrictions. Amends sec. 123 of 1969 PA 306 (MCL 24.323).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Judiciary
SB 0192 of 2015 Senate Bill Natural resources; mining; inland lakes and streams permit requirement; exempt certain mining operations. Amends sec. 30103 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.30103).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SB 0193 of 2015 Senate Bill Natural resources; mining; inland lakes and streams permit; modify requirements for renewal of certain mining operations. Amends 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.101 - 324.90106) by adding sec. 30107a.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SB 0196 of 2015
(PA 0048 of 2015)
Senate Bill Vehicles; other; issuance of salvage or scrap certificate of title to insurance company; allow under certain circumstances and make other revisions. Amends secs. 217c, 217f, 248c & 252a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.217c et seq.).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0048'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0206 of 2015 Senate Bill Natural resources; funding; Michigan natural resources trust fund; clarify criteria for eligible expenditures. Amends secs. 1903, 1905 & 1907 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.1903 et seq.) & adds sec. 1907b.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SB 0218 of 2015
(PA 0284 of 2016)
Senate Bill Public employees and officers; compensation and benefits; survivor health benefits for certain public safety officers killed in the line of duty; provide for surviving spouse and dependents. Amends title & sec. 2 of 2004 PA 46 (MCL 28.632) & adds sec. 4a.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0284'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0222 of 2015 Senate Bill Holidays; other; "Blue Star Mothers Day"; designate as February 1. Creates new act.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
SB 0236 of 2015 Senate Bill Environmental protection; water pollution; annual wastewater discharge permit fees; modify. Amends sec. 3122 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.3122).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
SB 0282 of 2015 Senate Bill Public utilities; electric utilities; Michigan electric infrastructure act; create. Creates new act.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY
SB 0283 of 2015 Senate Bill Natural resources; inland lakes; fish stocking levels for walleye in certain areas; establish. Amends sec. 505 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.505).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON OUTDOOR RECREATION AND TOURISM
SB 0287 of 2015 Senate Bill Health facilities; hospices; criteria for certifying a perinatal hospice program; provide for, require physicians to provide certain information to patients about results of prenatal testing, and require hospitals to provide information to certain employees. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding secs. 17019, 17519, 20187 & 21418.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
SB 0291 of 2015
(PA 0343 of 2016)
Senate Bill Civil procedure; remedies; wrongful imprisonment for crime; provide compensation for. Creates new act.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0343'16
SB 0292 of 2015
(PA 0221 of 2016)
Senate Bill State financing and management; budget; governor's executive budget; require to include reporting of unfunded accrued liabilities. Amends sec. 367 of 1984 PA 431 (MCL 18.1367).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0221'16
SB 0293 of 2015 Senate Bill State financing and management; budget; revenue estimating conferences; require to include reporting of unfunded liabilities. Amends sec. 367b of 1984 PA 431 (MCL 18.1367b).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
SB 0298 of 2015
(PA 0144 of 2015)
Senate Bill Crimes; animals; assault of or interference with a service animal and refusal by certain persons to allow entry of a person using or training a service animal; prohibit. Amends secs. 50a & 502c of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.50a & 750.502c). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4521'15, HB 4527'15, SB 0299'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0144'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0299 of 2015
(PA 0145 of 2015)
Senate Bill Animals; dogs; licensing fees for service animals; provide exemption for certain individuals. Amends title & sec. 1 of 1970 PA 207 (MCL 287.291). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4521'15, HB 4527'15, SB 0298'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0145'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0363 of 2015 Senate Bill Natural resources; Great Lakes; payment for occupying waters or bottomlands; reduce, or waive in certain circumstances. Amends sec. 32505 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.32505).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SB 0386 of 2015 Senate Bill Traffic control; violations; prohibition on courts taking under advisement certain offenses committed by a person while operating a commercial motor vehicle or a person licensed to operate a commercial motor vehicle while operating a noncommercial motor vehicle; reinstate. Amends sec. 732 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.732).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY
SB 0388 of 2015 Senate Bill State financing and management; other; implementation of section 29 of article IX of the state constitution; provide for, and repeal 1979 PA 101. Implements sec. 29, art. IX of the state constitution & repeals 1979 PA 101 (MCL 21.231 - 21.244).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SB 0389 of 2015 Senate Bill Administrative procedure; rules; delegation of legislative authority that violates constitutional prohibition against unfunded mandates; nullify under certain circumstances. Amends secs. 3, 5, 7a, 40, 44, 45, 45a & 45b of 1969 PA 306 (MCL 24.203 et seq.) & adds sec. 9. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0388'15
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SB 0390 of 2015 Senate Bill Civil procedure; other; procedures for actions under sections 25 to 32 of article IX of the state constitution; revise. Amends sec. 308a of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.308a) & adds secs. 308b, 308c, 308d, 308e, 308f & 308g. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0388'15
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SB 0409 of 2015
(PA 0125 of 2016)
Senate Bill Crimes; controlled substances; attempt to solicit another person to purchase ephedrine or pseudoephedrine for purpose of manufacturing methamphetamine; prohibit, and provide penalties. Amends sec. 7340c of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.7340c).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0125'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0410 of 2015
(PA 0126 of 2016)
Senate Bill Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for crime of attempting to solicit another person to obtain ephedrine or pseudoephedrine; revise to reflect. Amends sec. 13m, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.13m). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0409'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0126'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0424 of 2015 Senate Bill Crimes; controlled substances; penalties for manufacture of methamphetamine near a school or library; increase. Amends sec. 7410 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.7410).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Criminal Justice
SB 0427 of 2015
(PA 0209 of 2015)
Senate Bill Torts; other; "Good Samaritan" law; expand to include licensed emergency medical service provider. Amends secs. 1 & 2 of 1963 PA 17 (MCL 691.1501 & 691.1502).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0209'15 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0432 of 2015 Senate Bill Aeronautics; other; unmanned aerial vehicles; prohibit operation near the Mackinac Bridge. Amends 1945 PA 327 (MCL 259.1 - 259.208) by adding sec. 96. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0433'15
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE WITH SUBSTITUTE S-1
SB 0433 of 2015 Senate Bill Aeronautics; other; definition of unmanned aerial vehicles; provide for. Amends sec. 3 of 1945 PA 327 (MCL 259.3). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0432'15
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
SB 0434 of 2015
(PA 0243 of 2016)
Senate Bill Law enforcement; investigations; pilot program to use preliminary drug testing at roadside stop and add certain definitions; create. Amends 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.1 - 257.923) by adding secs. 43b & 625t. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0207'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0243'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0440 of 2015 Senate Bill Corrections; state facilities; inspection of prison kitchen facility managed by private contractor; require. Amends 1953 PA 232 (MCL 791.201 - 791.285) by adding sec. 80. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0441'15
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SB 0441 of 2015 Senate Bill Food; other; exemption of a prison where private contractors serve food regulated as a food establishment; remove. Amends sec. 1107 of 2000 PA 92 (MCL 289.1107). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0440'15
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SB 0442 of 2015 Senate Bill Weapons; other; open-carry of firearms in certain areas; prohibit but allow concealed carry in those areas. Amends secs. 5a, 5b, 5d & 5o of 1927 PA 372 (MCL 28.425a et seq.).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE WITH SUBSTITUTE S-2
SB 0503 of 2015
(PA 0026 of 2016)
Senate Bill Children; adoption; Michigan Indian family preservation act (MIFPA); modify. Amends secs. 3, 7, 13, 15 & 25, ch. XIIB of 1939 PA 288 (MCL 712B.3 et seq.).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0026'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0504 of 2015
(PA 0271 of 2016)
Senate Bill Gaming; horse racing; simulcast races; revise provisions related to, and make other general amendments. Amends secs. 2, 8, 9, 10, 12, 14, 17, 18, 19, 19a, 20, 22, 30 & 31 of 1995 PA 279 (MCL 431.302 et seq.) & adds secs. 6a & 19b.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0271'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0505 of 2015
(PA 0272 of 2016)
Senate Bill Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for accepting wagers on live or simulcast horse races without a license; enact. Amends sec. 14d, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.14d). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0504'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0272'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0523 of 2015
(PA 0247 of 2016)
Senate Bill History and arts; historic sites; Native American historical recognition program; create. Amends sec. 72114 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.72114) & adds sec. 72117.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0247'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0524 of 2015 Senate Bill Property tax; assessments; determination of true cash value; revise, and clarify criteria. Amends sec. 27 of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.27).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SB 0536 of 2015 Senate Bill Public utilities; public service commission; approval of change in corporate form of certain electric utilities; provide for. Amends sec. 6q of 1939 PA 3 (MCL 460.6q) & adds sec. 6t.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND TECHNOLOGY
SB 0539 of 2015
(PA 0009 of 2016)
Senate Bill Higher education; financial aid; promise zones; modify administration. Amends title & secs. 5, 7, 9, 11, 17 & 19 of 2008 PA 549 (MCL 390.1665 et seq.); adds secs. 4 & 4a & repeals 2008 PA 550 (MCL 390.1641 - 390.1649).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0009'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0540 of 2015
(PA 0010 of 2016)
Senate Bill Property tax; state education tax; distribution of state education tax; modify. Amends sec. 5 of 1993 PA 331 (MCL 211.905). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0539'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0010'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0564 of 2015
(PA 0386 of 2016)
Senate Bill Health; abortion; financially benefiting from the transfer of or granting access to any portion of an embryo, fetus, or neonate obtained as the result of an elective abortion; prohibit under certain circumstances. Amends sec. 2690 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.2690).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0386'16
SB 0565 of 2015
(PA 0387 of 2016)
Senate Bill Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for financially benefiting from transferring or granting access to an embryo, fetus, or neonate obtained as the result of an elective abortion; enact. Amends sec. 13k, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.13k). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0564'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0387'16
SB 0569 of 2015
(PA 0169 of 2016)
Senate Bill Local government; financing; municipal budget stabilization fund; increase. Amends sec. 3 of 1978 PA 30 (MCL 141.443).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0169'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0588 of 2015
(PA 0036 of 2016)
Senate Bill Natural resources; hunting; certain tribal conservation officers; authorize to demand hunting, fishing, or fur harvester's licenses. Amends sec. 43516 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.43516).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0036'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0589 of 2015 Senate Bill Health occupations; health care professionals; eligibility to participate in the health professional recovery program; expand to include emergency medical services personnel. Amends secs. 16105a, 16167, 16169, 16170, 16170a & 20910 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16105a et seq.).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
SB 0591 of 2015 Senate Bill Natural resources; mining; small native copper mining operations; establish separate regulatory program for. Amends sec. 63201 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.63201) & adds pt. 634.
Last Action: laid over one day under the rules
SB 0595 of 2015
(PA 0452 of 2016)
Senate Bill Traffic control; driver license; examination regarding existence of certain medical conditions affecting applicant's ability to operate safely; revise and clarify. Amends sec. 5 of 1963 PA 181 (MCL 480.15).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0452'16
SB 0606 of 2015
(PA 0144 of 2016)
Senate Bill Property tax; principal residence exemption; exemption from tax levied by local school district for school operating purposes; extend to include military service members temporarily residing elsewhere due to military deployment. Amends sec. 7cc of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.7cc).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0144'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0629 of 2015 Senate Bill Children; parental rights; termination of parental rights to a child; expand to include forcible rape where child results. Amends sec. 19b, ch. XIIA of 1939 PA 288 (MCL 712A.19b).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Judiciary
SB 0635 of 2015 Senate Bill Natural resources; hunting; discounts on nonresident licenses; provide for under certain circumstances. Amends secs. 43504, 43523a, 43523b, 43527a, 43528b & 43532 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.43504 et seq.) & adds sec. 43527c.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON OUTDOOR RECREATION AND TOURISM
SB 0648 of 2015 Senate Bill Property tax; assessments; definition of transfer of ownership; modify certain excluded transfers. Amends sec. 27a of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.27a).
Last Action: REASSIGNED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SB 0649 of 2015 Senate Bill Property; conveyances; joint tenancy; clarify ability to create unequal joint interests. Amends sec. 49 of 1846 RS 65 (MCL 565.49).
Last Action: REASSIGNED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SB 0650 of 2015 Senate Bill Property tax; assessments; procedures for determining whether there has been a transfer of ownership of property; modify. Amends sec. 27a of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.27a).
Last Action: REASSIGNED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE
SB 0651 of 2015
(PA 0260 of 2016)
Senate Bill Taxation; specific tax; transitional qualified forest property specific tax for properties previously enrolled in commercial forest program; create, and provide for transition into the qualified forest program. Creates new act. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0652'15, SB 0653'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0260'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0652 of 2015
(PA 0261 of 2016)
Senate Bill Property tax; exemptions; exemption for transitional qualified forest property; create. Amends sec. 7jj of 1893 PA 206 (MCL 211.7jj[1]) & adds sec. 7vv. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0651'15, SB 0653'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0261'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0653 of 2015
(PA 0262 of 2016)
Senate Bill Natural resources; forests; withdrawal of properties enrolled in commercial forest program; permit without penalty for transitional qualified forest property. Amends sec. 51108 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.51108). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0651'15, SB 0652'15
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0262'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0670 of 2015 Senate Bill Veterans; other; World War I centennial commission; create. Creates new act.
Last Action: referred to Committee on Government Operations
SB 0681 of 2015 Senate Bill Agriculture; aquaculture; Michigan aquaculture development act; expand to allow aquaculture facilities within the waters of the state. Amends secs. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 & 9 of 1996 PA 199 (MCL 286.872 et seq.) & adds sec. 7a. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0682'15, SB 0683'15
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE
SB 0682 of 2015 Senate Bill Natural resources; other; aquaculture facilities; authorize and provide for consolidated permitting. Amends secs. 3101, 30103, 30104, 30306 & 48735 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.3101 et seq.) & repeals pt. 459 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.45901 - 324.45908). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0681'15, SB 0683'15
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE
SB 0683 of 2015 Senate Bill Animals; other; definition of aquaculture; provide for in the animal industry act. Amends sec. 3 of 1988 PA 466 (MCL 287.703). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0681'15, SB 0682'15
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE
SCR 0029 of 2016 Senate Concurrent Resolution A concurrent resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Edgar "Ed" Fredricks, former member of the Michigan House of Representatives and Michigan Senate.
Last Action: REFERRED TO SECRETARY FOR RECORD
SR 0128 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution to urge the United States Congress to overturn recent executive actions put forth by the President concerning gun control.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0132 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution designating January 11, 2016, as Human Trafficking Awareness Day.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0135 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution to commemorate January 31 - February 6, 2016, as Catholic Schools Week.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0139 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution to commemorate February 1, 2016, as Blue Star Mother's Day.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0140 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution proclaiming February 2016 as American Heart Month and February 5, 2016, as Wear Red Day.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0142 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution to commemorate February 7-14, 2016, as Congenital Heart Disease Awareness Week and February 12, 2016, as Ruby Jane Day.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0144 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution to commemorate the official recognition of the Michigan Air National Guard's 217th Air Operations Group.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0154 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution recognizing March 13-19, 2016, as Aviation Week.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0157 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution to commemorate April 19, 2016, as Suits and Sneakers Day.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0165 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution commemorating April 2016 as Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0194 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution of tribute offered as a memorial for Alvin J. DeGrow, former member of the Senate.
Last Action: ENTIRE MEMBERSHIP OF THE SENATE AND LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR NAMED CO-SPONSORS
SR 0197 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution to recognize Dickinson County Healthcare System for its dedicated efforts to improve the quality of health care and patient safety.
Last Action: RULES SUSPENDED
SR 0207 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution to declare September 2016 as Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month in the state of Michigan.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0219 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution to recognize November 2016 as Epilepsy Awareness Month.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SR 0222 of 2016 Senate Resolution A resolution recognizing the 75th Anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Last Action: ADOPTED
SB 0689 of 2016 Senate Bill Corrections; other; county jail bed savings program; establish. Amends 1953 PA 232 (MCL 791.201 - 791.285) by adding sec. 65j.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
SB 0702 of 2016
(PA 0453 of 2016)
Senate Bill Traffic control; traffic regulation; special permit for certain exceptions to weight limitation towing distance; modify. Amends sec. 716 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.716).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0453'16
SB 0704 of 2016 Senate Bill Health; abortion; partial-birth abortion provision; modify to include dismemberment abortion. Amends sec. 90h of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.90h).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
SB 0705 of 2016 Senate Bill Criminal procedure; sentencing guidelines; sentencing guidelines for crime of performing dismemberment abortion; enact. Amends sec. 16d, ch. XVII of 1927 PA 175 (MCL 777.16d). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0704'16
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY
SB 0706 of 2016
(PA 0454 of 2016)
Senate Bill Traffic control; traffic regulation; special permit for certain vehicles transporting forest products; prohibit local units of government from requiring under certain circumstances. Amends sec. 725 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.725).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0454'16
SB 0707 of 2016
(PA 0455 of 2016)
Senate Bill Highways; other; definition of "constructed or reconstructed" in act regulating driveway, banners, events, and parades upon and over highway; modify. Amends sec. 7 of 1969 PA 200 (MCL 247.327).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0455'16
SB 0708 of 2016
(PA 0456 of 2016)
Senate Bill Highways; other; authority of county road commission to require a permit for certain vehicles transporting forest products; clarify. Amends sec. 19b, ch. IV of 1909 PA 283 (MCL 224.19b).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0456'16
SB 0717 of 2016
(PA 0381 of 2016)
Senate Bill Environmental protection; cleanups; underground storage tanks; provide for alternative mechanisms to protect against exposure to environmental contamination. Amends secs. 21303, 21304c, 21310a, 21323a & 21325 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.21303 et seq.) & adds sec. 21325a.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0381'16
SB 0729 of 2016
(PA 0077 of 2016)
Senate Bill Transportation; funds; counties to provide loans to townships for purpose of funding township road construction projects; allow. Amends sec. 11 of 1851 PA 156 (MCL 46.11).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0077'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0742 of 2016 Senate Bill Occupations; attorneys; eligibility requirements for attorney licensed in another state to practice law in Michigan; modify. Amends secs. 931, 937, 940 & 946 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.931 et seq.) & adds sec. 945.
Last Action: RECONSIDER VOTE POSTPONED
SB 0809 of 2016
(PA 0198 of 2016)
Senate Bill Veterans; other; veterans' ombudsman; create. Creates new act.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0198'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0827 of 2016 Senate Bill Administrative procedure; rules; environmental rules; establish a special review committee. Amends secs. 33, 39a, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45 & 47 of 1969 PA 306 (MCL 24.233 et seq.) & adds secs. 65 & 66.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS AND GOVERNMENT REFORM
SB 0832 of 2016 Senate Bill Elections; offenses; misdemeanor against a member of a religious society for influencing an elector at an election by threatening excommunication, dismissal, or expulsion; eliminate. Amends sec. 931 of 1954 PA 116 (MCL 168.931).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON ELECTIONS AND GOVERNMENT REFORM
SB 0840 of 2016 Senate Bill Appropriations; supplemental; funding for the first responder presumed coverage fund; provide for. Creates appropriation act.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS
SB 0848 of 2016 Senate Bill Civil rights; speech and assembly; free speech rights for journalism students in public schools; protect. Creates new act.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE WITH SUBSTITUTE S-1
SB 0886 of 2016 Senate Bill Administrative procedure; exemptions; corrections parole hearings; include in exemptions and make miscellaneous revisions to contested case provisions. Amends secs. 71, 72, 80, 87 & 115 of 1969 PA 306 (MCL 24.271 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0189'15, SB 0190'15
Last Action: referred to Committee on Judiciary
SB 0903 of 2016
(PA 0316 of 2016)
Senate Bill Natural resources; gas and oil; process for approval of unit operations; modify. Amends secs. 61703 & 61706 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.61703 & 324.61706).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0316'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0913 of 2016
(PA 0476 of 2016)
Senate Bill Environmental protection; funding; revitalization revolving loan program; modify criteria for loans. Amends sec. 20108b of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.20108b).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0476'16
SB 0926 of 2016 Senate Bill Probate; powers of attorney; use of parental power of attorney to permanently transfer custody of a child; prohibit. Amends sec. 5103 of 1998 PA 386 (MCL 700.5103). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0923'16
Last Action: referred to Committee on Judiciary
SB 0953 of 2016 Senate Bill Highways; signs; revisions to highway advertising act; provide for. Amends secs. 2, 3, 4, 6, 7b, 11, 11a, 17 & 17a of 1972 PA 106 (MCL 252.302 et seq.).
Last Action: VETOED BY GOVERNOR 01/05/2017
SB 0955 of 2016 Senate Bill Land use; zoning and growth management; zoning exemption; provide for certain public school property. Amends 2006 PA 110 (MCL 125.3101 - 125.3702) by adding sec. 205c.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
SB 0958 of 2016
(PA 0458 of 2016)
Senate Bill Transportation; school vehicles; waiver of fees under and exemption from motor bus transportation act under certain circumstances; provide for. Amends sec. 23 of 1982 PA 432 (MCL 474.123).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0458'16
SB 0977 of 2016 Senate Bill Traffic control; driver license; valid temporary instruction permit requirement for behind-the-wheel truck driver training; expand to include valid commercial learner's permit from another state. Amends sec. 55 of 2006 PA 384 (MCL 256.675). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5656'16, SB 0978'16
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
SB 0978 of 2016 Senate Bill Traffic control; driver license; pilot program for vehicle group designation testing of an individual holding a valid commercial license permit issued by another state; establish. Amends 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.1 - 257.923) by adding sec. 312j.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
SB 0992 of 2016
(PA 0436 of 2016)
Senate Bill Aeronautics; other; unmanned aerial systems act; enact. Creates new act.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0436'16
SB 0993 of 2016 Senate Bill Education; students; reasonable accommodation for a minor who has parental permission to assert gender different from biological sex; require, and require certain practices regarding locker room and restroom usage. Amends 1976 PA 451 (MCL 380.1 - 380.1852) by adding sec. 1181.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS
SB 0994 of 2016 Senate Bill Aeronautics; other; definitions for unmanned aircraft; enact, and create task force to recommend statewide policy for drones. Amends secs. 8 & 9 of 1945 PA 327 (MCL 259.8 & 259.9) & adds sec. 97. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0432'15
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
SB 0995 of 2016
(PA 0332 of 2016)
Senate Bill Traffic control; traffic regulation; autonomous driving; allow under certain conditions. Amends secs. 2b, 204a, 602b, 643, 643a & 665 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.2b et seq.); adds secs. 40c, 606b & 665a & repeals sec. 663 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.663).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0332'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0996 of 2016
(PA 0333 of 2016)
Senate Bill Traffic control; traffic regulation; autonomous driving; allow under certain conditions. Amends 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.1 - 257.923) by adding sec. 665b.
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0333'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0997 of 2016
(PA 0334 of 2016)
Senate Bill Vehicles; other; mobility research center; provide for. Amends sec. 601a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.601a).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0334'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 0998 of 2016
(PA 0335 of 2016)
Senate Bill Torts; product liability; motor vehicle mechanics and motor vehicle repair facilities; exempt from liability for repairs to automated motor vehicles. Amends sec. 2949b of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2949b).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0335'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 1028 of 2016 Senate Bill Corrections; prisoners; reentry services and housing for individuals released from prison without parole due to the prisoner's conviction or sentence being overturned; provide for. Amends sec. 83 of 1953 PA 232 (MCL 791.283).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
SB 1085 of 2016 Senate Bill Economic development; Michigan strategic fund; definition of "qualified new job"; expand to include out-of-state resident employed by a company located in a county that borders another state or country. Amends sec. 88r of 1984 PA 270 (MCL 125.2088r).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Commerce and Trade
SB 1089 of 2016
(PA 0460 of 2016)
Senate Bill Traffic control; traffic regulation; requirement for construction workers operating vehicle in constriction zone to wear safety belt; modify. Amends sec. 710e of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.710e).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0460'16
SB 1120 of 2016 Senate Bill Vehicles; motorcycles; definitions of autocycle and motorcycle; modify. Amends secs. 25a & 31 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.25a & 257.31).
Last Action: referred to Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure
SB 1126 of 2016 Senate Bill Natural resources; Great Lakes; property owners receiving fee for payment for breakwater occupying waters or bottomlands; revise. Amends sec. 32505 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.32505).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES
SB 1147 of 2016 Senate Bill Highways; name; bridge on highway I-75 in Saginaw County over the Saginaw River; designate as the "Zilwaukee Gold Star Family Bridge". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2080) by adding sec. 13a.
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION
SB 1187 of 2016
(PA 0382 of 2016)
Senate Bill Natural resources; hunting; natural resources commission authority to designate species as game; provide for. Amends secs. 40103, 40110, 40113a & 48703a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.40103 et seq.).
Last Action: ASSIGNED PA 0382'16 WITH IMMEDIATE EFFECT
SB 1188 of 2016 Senate Bill Traffic control; traffic regulation; gross vehicle weight limits; provide exemption for certain natural gas vehicles. Amends sec. 722 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.722).
Last Action: REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION