HB 5690 Michigan House · 2025-2026 Regular Session

Drains: appeals; period to appeal rulings on drain projects; modify. Amends sec. 155 of 1956 PA 40 (MCL 280.155).

This bill modifies the appeal process for landowners and local governments in Michigan who disagree with how benefits are allocated for drain projects. It extends the time limit for filing appeals from 10 days to 60 days after a review and requires individuals to post a financial bond when requesting a court-appointed review board. The legislation also clarifies which officials can file appeals on behalf of counties, cities, townships, and villages. These changes affect drainage district owners and municipal leaders by giving them more time to challenge benefit apportionments and outlining specific steps for requesting a judicial review.
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Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 10, 2026 Last action Mar 11, 2026
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Mar 10, 2026
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referred to Committee on Government Operations
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Mar 10, 2026
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introduced by Representative Rep. Luke Meerman
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1 primary · 8 co-sponsors

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