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HB 5959·MI·house

Traffic control: driver license; penalties for moving violation causing death or serious impairment; modify. Amends sec. 601d of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.601d).

In CommitteeFiled May 13, 2026
Sponsor: Pat Outman
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bill electronically reproduced 05/13/2026

May 14, 2026

Summary

The bill raises misdemeanor penalties for drivers whose moving violations cause a death or serious bodily impairment. It also requires a restricted license, driver‑improvement courses, point removal, and a two‑year license suspension for repeat offenders. The changes aim to improve road safety by tightening consequences for dangerous driving.

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