Traffic control: speed restrictions; definition of school zone; modify. Amends sec. 627a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.627a).
Impact
The proposed changes have significant implications for traffic safety regulations in Michigan. By allowing superintendents more authority over speed limit enforcement in school zones, the bill aims to enhance student safety during arrival and dismissal times. It establishes clear guidelines for the timing of school zone speed limits and expands the criteria for designating school zones, which could lead to more tailored and therefore effective safety measures around schools.
Summary
House Bill 5309 is an amendment to the Michigan Vehicle Code, specifically aimed at modifying the speed limits within designated school zones. The bill seeks to clarify the definition of what constitutes a school zone and to stipulate the conditions under which speed limits may be enforced. A key aspect of this amendment includes the ability of school superintendents to determine and request adjustments to school zone speed limits based on the unique traffic conditions surrounding their schools.
Contention
However, there are points of contention related to the practical implementation of these changes. Critics may argue that granting superintendents the power to modify speed limits could lead to inconsistencies between different school districts. Furthermore, concerns may arise regarding the enforcement of speed limits in these zones, especially in areas where high traffic volumes are present or where local road infrastructure may not support reduced speed limits effectively.
Traffic control: speed restrictions; speed limit enforcement mechanisms in school zones: provide for. Amends sec. 907 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.907) & adds secs. 79g & 627c. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5726'24
Traffic control: speed restrictions; use of automated traffic enforcement devices in work zones to enforce speed limit reductions; allow. Amends secs. 79d, 907 & 909 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.79d et seq.) & adds secs. 2c, 627c & 907a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4133'23
Traffic control: speed restrictions; determination in accordance with traffic engineering practices; modify. Amends sec. 628 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.628).
Traffic control: driver license; certain requirements for obtaining a driver license; remove. Amends secs. 303 & 304 of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.303 & 257.304).
Traffic control: speed restrictions; speed limit on a highway closed to nonemergency motor vehicles; provide for. Amends 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.1 - 257.923) by adding sec. 628b.
Traffic control: accidents; penalties for moving violation causing physical injury or death to a vulnerable roadway user; enhance. Amends secs. 303, 320a, 601c & 653a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.303 et seq.); adds secs. 79g & 79h & repeals sec. 653b of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.653b). TIE BAR WITH: SB 0217'25
Authorizing a special election for presenting the question of a special levy renewal for levies expiring prior to the primary election scheduled for May 14, 2024
Authorizing a special election for presenting the question of a special levy renewal for levies expiring prior to the primary election scheduled for May 14, 2024