Transportation: funds; funding for urban and rural bus programs; modify. Amends sec. 10e of 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.660e). TIE BAR WITH: HB 6270'24
Impact
If enacted, this bill will significantly impact how transportation funds are allocated across Michigan, guaranteeing that a percentage of the fund is reserved for eligible authorities and governmental agencies involved in public transportation. It aims for a more substantial funding base to cover operating costs and capital projects of bus services, particularly emphasizing support for services catering to the elderly and individuals with disabilities. This will require a local advisory council to oversee the implementation and ensure community needs are met.
Summary
House Bill 6269 seeks to amend part of the Michigan Public Act 51 which governs the funding and classification of public roads, streets, and highways in the state. The bill specifically modifies the provisions in section 10e related to the appropriation of funds within the comprehensive transportation fund, aiming to enhance the financial support for urban and rural bus programs. It emphasizes a structured allocation system which prioritizes the payment of principal and interest on existing transportation bonds while ensuring sufficient funds are available for the department's operational costs and project funding for public transportation.
Contention
The bill may face contention, especially regarding how the funds are distributed among urban and rural services. There are ongoing discussions about the fairness in allocation, particularly in potentially favoring more populous urban areas at the expense of rural services. Critics argue that careful monitoring will be necessary to prevent inequitable access to public transport funding, ensuring that rural communities do not fall short in transportation services which are vital for mobility, economic development, and access to health services.
Transportation: railroads; local grade separation grant program and fund; create. Amends 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.651 - 247.675) by adding sec. 11i. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4153'23
State management: funds; funding for businesses with lost revenue due to road construction projects; provide for. Amends 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.651 - 247.675) by adding sec. 10q.
State management: funds; funding for businesses with lost revenue due to road construction projects; provide for. Amends 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.651 - 247.675) by adding sec. 10q.
Transportation: other; equipment sharing between department of transportation and county and local road commissions; provide for. Amends secs. 12 & 13b of 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.662 & 247.663b).
Metropolitan Council abolished, duties transferred to commissioners of administration and natural resources, transportation and transit-related functions transferred to Department of Transportation, metropolitan area sanitary sewer district created, and money appropriated.
Metropolitan Council abolished, duties transferred to other departments, public safety radio communication law and fiscal disparity law conforming amendments made, payment of bonds and other debt obligations provided, metro area sanitary sewer district created, and money appropriated.
Providing for Public Transportation Trust Fund transfers and increases; establishing the Road and Bridge Project Fund and the Road and Bridge Project Sinking Fund; authorizing the Commonwealth Financing Authority to issue bonds for road and bridge projects; providing for allocation adjustment; establishing the Transportation Funding Advisory Commission; and imposing duties on the Department of Transportation.
Law enforcement: employment; licensing requirements under the Michigan commission on law enforcement standards act; update. Amends secs. 9, 9a, 9b, 9c, 9d & 11 of 1965 PA 203 (MCL 28.609 et seq.). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0334'25, SB 0335'25