A bill for an act relating to motor grader operator training.(See HF 2452.)
Impact
The bill is expected to enhance the safety and efficiency of road maintenance operations at the county level. By requiring proper training, it aims to ensure that motor graders are operated by individuals who have demonstrated competence in essential skills such as grading techniques and drainage management. This could lead to improved roadway conditions, which in turn would benefit public safety and infrastructure longevity. It also reflects an initiative to professionalize the workforce involved in road maintenance.
Summary
House File 2092 focuses on establishing mandatory training for motor grader operators employed or contracted by counties. The bill stipulates that individuals with fewer than five years of experience in operating a motor grader must complete specific operator training programs before they can be employed for this purpose. The training is designed to include both classroom instruction covering essential roadway maintenance concepts and practical driving experience on a motor grader similar to the one they will operate in their employment.
Contention
While proponents argue that HB 2092 sets a standard for operator training that could improve outcomes for road infrastructure, there may be concerns regarding the feasibility of implementing such training requirements across various counties. Some stakeholders could argue that the requirements might impose additional costs on local governments that could struggle with funding, potentially limiting their ability to attract and retain qualified operators. Furthermore, the extent of training required could be seen as burdensome by some contractors who are accustomed to operating without such formal requirements.
A bill for an act relating to operators of motor vehicles approaching certain slow-moving authorized emergency vehicles, and making penalties applicable.(See HF 542.)
A bill for an act relating to operators of motor vehicles approaching certain slow-moving authorized emergency vehicles, and making penalties applicable.(Formerly HF 98.)
A bill for an act relating to additional penalties for certain violations against bicyclists causing serious injury or death committed by a person operating a motor vehicle.(See HF 422.)
Health: other; surprise medical billing; modify to include certain emergency medical services operations and personnel. Amends secs. 24502, 24503, 24504, 24507, 24509, 24510, 24511 & 24513 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.24502 et seq.).