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MI HB5525
MI HB5525Vehicles: abandoned; fee waiver for certain individuals; provide for. Amends sec. 252a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.252a).
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Introduced
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
In Committee
02/18/2026
02/18/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
103rd Legislature
Bill Summary
A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled"Michigan vehicle code,"by amending section 252a (MCL 257.252a), as amended by 2018 PA 347.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Michigan Vehicle Code to waive certain fees associated with abandoned vehicles for individuals who meet specific financial hardship criteria. The bill introduces a new subsection (22) that exempts owners from paying towing and storage bonds, release fees, or other associated costs if they receive public assistance, reside in public housing, have an income at or below 140% of the federal poverty guidelines, or meet the ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) standards as defined by the Michigan Association of United Ways. The bill also clarifies definitions for "federal poverty guidelines" and "Medicaid" to ensure accurate application of these criteria. These changes aim to provide relief to vulnerable individuals who may otherwise be unable to reclaim their vehicles due to financial burdens.
Committee Categories
Transportation and Infrastructure
Sponsors (6)
Emily Dievendorf (D)*,
Brenda Carter (D),
Reggie Miller (D),
Tonya Myers Phillips (D),
Laurie Pohutsky (D),
Carrie Rheingans (D),
Last Action
Bill Electronically Reproduced 02/18/2026 (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2026-HB-5525 |
| BillText | https://legislature.mi.gov/documents/2025-2026/billintroduced/House/htm/2026-HIB-5525.htm |
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