SB 25 allows owners of motor vehicle repair facilities in Michigan to operate additional locations under the same registration. It creates a new "auxiliary facility" category (defined in Section 14(3)) that permits a single facility owner to run multiple locations without separate registrations, as long as they meet specific requirements. This directly affects small business owners in the auto repair industry seeking to expand their operations. The bill amends key sections of Michigan's Motor Vehicle Service and Repair Act to implement this change, streamlining registration for multi-location repair businesses.
SB 23 amends Michigan's Land Division Act to increase the maximum number of parcels allowed when splitting land. It allows up to 4 parcels for the first 10 acres of an original parcel, plus 1 additional parcel for every full 10 acres after that (capping at 15 total parcels), with additional exceptions for large parcels (e.g., one parcel covering 60% of the land or parcels over 40 acres that don't count toward limits). This directly affects landowners seeking to divide property and local governments (counties/municipalities) that enforce land division rules. The bill streamlines subdivision rules by reducing restrictions on parcel counts while maintaining access requirements and clarifying re-splitting rules after 10 years.
Senate Bill 93 amends the state's food law to update licensing exemptions for certain food producers. The bill specifically targets producers of prepackaged honey and maple syrup. Under its provisions, both the retail outlet and the processing facility operated by these producers are exempt from needing a license if their gross sales are $15,001 or less. To qualify for this exemption, the honey and maple syrup products must feature labels substantially similar to those required for cottage food products.
Senate Bill 136 primarily eliminates the requirement for healthcare providers to notify patients about dense breast tissue after mammography. This change directly impacts patients undergoing mammograms and the medical facilities that perform these screenings in Michigan. The bill also enacts broader amendments concerning the use of radiation machines for mammography procedures. These modifications are made by amending and repealing specific sections within the existing Public Health Code.
SB 269 amends Michigan's Aeronautics Code (MCL 259.135) to allow qualified airports to directly accept, receive, and disburse certain federal airport funds without channeling them through the state commission, provided federal rules permit it. This change specifically applies to airports that meet federal eligibility requirements and are authorized to handle funds directly under federal law. The bill streamlines the funding process for these airports by removing the requirement to use the state commission as an agent for eligible federal grants. It does not alter funding amounts or create new programs, but adjusts administrative procedures for airport authorities. This procedural change affects qualified airports seeking direct federal funding for airport projects.
SB 98 requires child care centers in Michigan to install temporary door locking devices or systems that comply with the Stille-DeRossett-Hale construction code (MCL 125.1504i). This applies directly to licensed child care facilities, mandating that any temporary locks (like those used during emergencies) meet specific safety standards already defined in state building regulations. The bill does not create new security requirements but aligns child care center door safety with existing construction code provisions. It became law after approval by the governor on December 23, 2025, and is now part of Michigan’s child care licensing statute (MCL 722.111 et seq.).
SB 96 establishes safety standards for temporary door locking devices in Michigan child care centers. It requires these devices to be portable (not permanently attached), allow quick unlocking from both inside and outside with a key/tool, not interfere with fire exits, and be installed per approved plans. Child care centers must submit installation details for approval, provide staff training, and limit lock use to specific emergency periods. The law directly affects all licensed child care centers operating such devices, ensuring they meet fire safety and emergency access requirements.
SB 97 updates Michigan's fire prevention code to clarify that temporary locking devices or systems installed in child care centers - under specific construction codes - do not violate fire safety rules. It directly affects child care centers using these temporary locks during construction or renovations. The bill amends Section 22 of the Fire Prevention Code (MCL 29.22) to explicitly exclude such devices from being considered fire hazards, aligning with existing construction safety standards. This is a technical clarification, not a new policy, and applies only to child care centers meeting the referenced construction code requirements.
SB 158 prohibits the use of automated programs (bots) to purchase event tickets online in bulk. It directly affects consumers trying to buy tickets fairly and venues or ticket sellers using such bots to manipulate sales. The bill creates a new legal prohibition against these automated ticket-buying practices, making it illegal for businesses to deploy them. This policy change aims to prevent scalping and ensure equitable access to tickets for the general public.
SB 349 would allow Michigan high school students to opt out of the workforce readiness assessment portion of the Michigan Merit Examination. The bill amends MCL 380.1279g to provide this opt-out option directly to students taking the exam. It does not change the overall examination requirements but gives students a choice regarding this specific assessment component. The bill is currently pending in the Committee on Education and Workforce.
SB 689 amends Michigan's farmland preservation law to expand when landowners can give up (relinquish) farmland from development rights agreements. It adds two new scenarios: 1) land with pre-existing structures (up to 5 acres), and 2) land for a farm operator's residence (up to 2 acres), both requiring approval from local government and the state land use agency. If relinquishment occurs, landowners must repay tax credits received under the agreement, plus interest, via a lien recorded against the property. This directly affects farmers with existing farmland preservation agreements who wish to develop or use portions of their land for specific purposes.
SB 688 updates Michigan's farmland protection law by amending provisions related to development rights agreements for farmland. It specifically adds a requirement that the state must subordinate its interest in these agreements to a mortgage lien if the landowner is "an individual essential to the operation of the farm" (as defined in existing law) and the parcel meets certain criteria. This change directly affects farmers seeking mortgages on land protected by such agreements. The bill does not alter the minimum 10-year or maximum 90-year term for agreements but clarifies when mortgage claims take priority over the state's easement interest.
