MI
Michigan House Bill HB6062

Michigan 2023-2024 Regular Session

Michigan House Bill HB6062

Introduced
11/12/24  
Refer
11/12/24  

Caption

Vehicles: wreckers; guidelines for towing rates and practices; provide for. Amends secs. 252a, 252d, 252e, 252f, 252g, 252k, 252l, 676c, 676d & 907 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.252a et seq.); adds secs. 68a, 252n & 252o & ch. IIA & repeals sec. 676c of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.676c). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6063'24

Impact

This bill is anticipated to streamline the process by which abandoned vehicles are identified, managed, and fined. It aims to clarify the roles of both towing agencies and local government bodies in the regulation of vehicle removal and the enforcement of towing fees. Additionally, the bill modifies existing sections of the vehicle code, further defining terms and refining processes related to the impounding of vehicles deemed abandoned. The amendments may lead to a more efficient administrative process in handling such vehicles at both local and state levels.

Summary

House Bill 6062 seeks to amend the Michigan Vehicle Code by addressing various provisions related to the handling of abandoned vehicles and the regulation of towing services. The bill emphasizes the responsibilities of vehicle owners concerning abandoned vehicles, establishing that the last titled owner is presumed responsible unless they provide proof of sale. It proposes civil infractions for abandoning vehicles, with specified fines, thus intending to reduce instances of abandoned vehicles and enhance community safety.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise regarding the financial implications for vehicle owners and towing agencies, particularly in how towing fees are structured and enforced. The prohibition against local governments requiring towing operations to pay for responding to incidents may be contested. Some industry participants might argue this limits local control and could impact the financial viability of municipal towing contracts. Additionally, the definition of what constitutes an abandoned vehicle might lead to disagreements, especially if vehicle owners feel the criteria for abandonment are too broad or stringent.

Latest HB6062 Activity

Companion Bills

MI HB6063

Same As Vehicles: wreckers; public posting of rates; require. Amends sec. 252i of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.252i). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6062'24

Previously Filed As

MI HB6063

Vehicles: wreckers; public posting of rates; require. Amends sec. 252i of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.252i). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6062'24

MI HB5696

Vehicles: automobiles; noise limitations; modify. Amends secs. 252d, 320a, 707b, 707c, 707d, 732 & 907 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.252d et seq.).

MI SB1038

Civil procedure: costs and fees; filing fees for attorney general in enforcing the telephone solicitation act; prohibit. Amends sec. 2529 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2529). TIE BAR WITH: SB 1037'24

MI SB0352

Civil procedure: costs and fees; filing fees for attorney general in enforcing the telephone solicitation act; prohibit. Amends sec. 2529 of 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.2529). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0351'25

MI SB0781

Vehicles: wreckers; use of flares and blue lights on tow trucks; allow. Amends secs. 2, 698, 716 & 907 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.2 et seq.) & adds sec. 682d.

MI HB4169

Health: diseases; rare disease advisory council; create. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding secs. 5135 & 5135a.

MI HB6179

Vehicles: equipment; requirement for permit for electric vehicle charging ports; modify. Amends sec. 676a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.676a). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6177'24, HB 6178'24

MI HB4167

Health: diseases; rare disease advisory council; create. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding secs. 5135 & 5135a.

MI SB1180

Health: other; palliative care advisory task force; create. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 2220.

MI HB4514

Health occupations: other; licensing of art therapists; provide for. Amends 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.1101 - 333.25211) by adding sec. 16324b & pt. 168b.

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