Bill > HB4664

This bill amends the Michigan Vehicle Code to create a new criminal penalty for blocking highways during an assembly. Specifically, the bill modifies existing law regarding obstructing traffic on public streets and highways by introducing a more severe punishment for individuals who block highways while participating in a group assembly. Under the new provision, while previous violations were considered civil infractions, an individual who blocks a highway as part of an assembly can now be charged with a misdemeanor, facing potential imprisonment for up to 93 days, a fine of up to $5,000, or both. The bill retains existing exceptions for certain activities like utility maintenance, charitable solicitation, and specific roadside collection efforts, which must meet detailed requirements such as maintaining liability insurance, wearing high-visibility safety apparel, and not interfering with traffic. The language also updates terminology throughout the section, replacing "person" with "individual" and making minor grammatical adjustments. The bill aims to establish clearer legal consequences for highway obstruction during group assemblies while preserving protections for legitimate roadside activities.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4664