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Warn your dogs: Michigan’s legal fireworks window opens today -- what to know about the law
Read full article: Warn your dogs: Michigan’s legal fireworks window opens today -- what to know about the lawMichigan passed new fireworks laws a few years back -- so let’s just brush up on what you need to know from LARA:
Some Michigan abortion rules like 24-hour wait period barred by court
Read full article: Some Michigan abortion rules like 24-hour wait period barred by courtThe Michigan Court of Claims ruled Tuesday that health care workers performing abortions are no longer required to abide by certain rules and procedures preceding the abortion, such as a 24-hour wait period.
Here’s when Michigan drivers must stop for a school bus by law
Read full article: Here’s when Michigan drivers must stop for a school bus by lawIn most scenarios, drivers in Michigan are required to stop when a school bus does -- but authorities in Metro Detroit say many drivers have been ignoring this rule.
When you must stop for a school bus, according to Michigan law
Read full article: When you must stop for a school bus, according to Michigan lawIn most scenarios, drivers in Michigan are required to stop when a school bus does -- but authorities in Metro Detroit say many drivers have been ignoring this rule.
Michigan’s $15 min wage proposal certified for 2024 ballot: What to know
Read full article: Michigan’s $15 min wage proposal certified for 2024 ballot: What to knowA ballot proposal seeking to raise Michigan’s hourly minimum wage to $15 over several years will appear on the ballot in 2024 after petition signatures were certified, those behind the initiative announced this week.
Northville police to increase enforcement of new hands-free driving law after ‘consistent violations’
Read full article: Northville police to increase enforcement of new hands-free driving law after ‘consistent violations’Increased enforcement will continue throughout August to raise awareness to the law that makes it illegal to use a hand-held electronic device to text, make phone calls, watch videos and go on social media while driving, according to a press release.
Michigan’s new hands-free driving law: Reasons you can be pulled over, exceptions, punishments
Read full article: Michigan’s new hands-free driving law: Reasons you can be pulled over, exceptions, punishmentsA new law making it illegal to hold or use a cellphone while driving in Michigan officially went into effect this week, and there are a list of reasons drivers can be pulled over, with some exceptions.
Bills seek to expand Michigan’s 10-cent bottle deposit to include most beverage containers
Read full article: Bills seek to expand Michigan’s 10-cent bottle deposit to include most beverage containersMichigan lawmakers are once again proposing to expand Michigan’s “Bottle Bill” to include more containers within the state’s 10-cent deposit system.
Can drivers use cellphones at red lights under Michigan’s new hands-free driving law?
Read full article: Can drivers use cellphones at red lights under Michigan’s new hands-free driving law?A new law went into effect Friday, making it illegal for Michiganders to use cellphones while driving in almost any capacity.
Michigan’s new hands-free driving law takes effect today: What drivers should know
Read full article: Michigan’s new hands-free driving law takes effect today: What drivers should knowA new law making it illegal to hold or use a cellphone while driving in Michigan is taking effect on Friday, June 30.
Michigan gov signs sexual assault laws brought about after Larry Nassar’s abuse
Read full article: Michigan gov signs sexual assault laws brought about after Larry Nassar’s abuseMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has signed a package of bills that will create stricter punishments for sexual assault that takes place under the guise of medical treatment.
Ann Arbor state representative introduces bill solidifying marriage equality in Michigan
Read full article: Ann Arbor state representative introduces bill solidifying marriage equality in MichiganThe joint resolution aims to amend Section 1 of Article X and repeal Section 25 of Article I by removing gender language and limitations.
Michigan gov signs hands-free driving bills into law: What that means for drivers
Read full article: Michigan gov signs hands-free driving bills into law: What that means for driversMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed legislation into law Wednesday, making it illegal to drive while holding or using a cellphone.
Put down your phone: How driving and using your cell phone could soon be illegal in Michigan
Read full article: Put down your phone: How driving and using your cell phone could soon be illegal in MichiganMichigan is one step closer for a law to be in place that’ll make it illegal to hold and use a cell phone while driving.
Group seeking to raise Michigan’s minimum wage submits signatures for 2024 ballot amid legal battle
Read full article: Group seeking to raise Michigan’s minimum wage submits signatures for 2024 ballot amid legal battleHundreds of thousands of signatures were submitted Tuesday to the Michigan Secretary of State’s office for a minimum wage ballot measure seeking to land itself in front of Michigan voters in 2024.
Michigan fireworks laws: What’s legal (and not), when you can set them off, how to stay safe
Read full article: Michigan fireworks laws: What’s legal (and not), when you can set them off, how to stay safeMichigan passed new fireworks laws a few years back -- so let’s just brush up on what you need to know from LARA:
Flashpoint Interview: Michigan AG Dana Nessel discusses future of abortion amid law uncertainty
Read full article: Flashpoint Interview: Michigan AG Dana Nessel discusses future of abortion amid law uncertaintyWe’re sitting down with Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel to discuss what’s next for abortion access in the state.
Whitmer has ‘decent shot’ at challenging Michigan’s 1931 abortion ban, ex-US attorney says
Read full article: Whitmer has ‘decent shot’ at challenging Michigan’s 1931 abortion ban, ex-US attorney saysA lawsuit filed by the Michigan governor looking to secure the right to an abortion in Michigan has a “decent shot” in the state Supreme Court, according to a former U.S. attorney.
Michigan laws would ban most cell phone use while driving, boost penalties
Read full article: Michigan laws would ban most cell phone use while driving, boost penaltiesMichigan lawmakers are advancing a package of bills that would ban most cell phone use while driving, as well as increase penalties for doing so.
Do you have to clear the snow from your vehicle before driving in Michigan?
Read full article: Do you have to clear the snow from your vehicle before driving in Michigan?DETROIT – Braving the cold to clear everything off your vehicle in the winter can be a pain, but if you don’t get all of the snow off, you’re breaking the law. According to Michigan law, a driver's vision cannot be impaired by an object, including snow and ice, that obstructs sight and a vehicle's rear window cannot be obstructed unless there are two mirrors that allow the driver to see the road behind the vehicle. AdIn other words, if a vehicle is not cleared completely and snow or ice flies off while driving, it is illegal. Additionally, a vehicle's exterior lights should be cleaned off so the lights are the color and brightness required by law. When you haven’t had an ice scraper, what did you use to clear your car?
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signs 7 bills into law
Read full article: Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signs 7 bills into lawMichigan Gov. (Michigan Office of the Governor via AP)LANSING, Mich. – Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed five Senate bills and two House bills into law Tuesday. “Every Michigander deserves access to clean water, especially during a global pandemic,” Whitmer said. House Bill 5481This bill amends Article 26A of the Occupational Code to align with recently enacted federal regulations concerning Appraisal Management Companies.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer signs 25 bills into law, vetoes 3 others -- view details here
Read full article: Michigan Gov. Whitmer signs 25 bills into law, vetoes 3 others -- view details hereHouse Bill 5334 amends the Michigan Memorial Highway Act to designate the portion of US-10 in Warren Township in Midland County in honor of Corporal Casey P. Zylman. Senate Bill 132 amends the Michigan Memorial Highway Act to designate the portion of US-12 in Lenawee County in honor of Michigan State Trooper Rodger M. Adams. Senate Bill 432 amends the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to revise an exemption of certain property from taxes collected under the General Property Tax Act. Senate Bill 1066 amends the Michigan Strategic Fund Act to transfer and deposit $37.1 million from the Michigan Film Promotion Fund to the state’s general fund for fiscal year (FY) 2019-20. The bills would have amended the Uniform Unclaimed Property Act to make it easier and cheaper for for-profit property finders to get access to Michigander’s private data.
New ‘Clean Slate’ laws to automate criminal record expungement process, expand eligibility criteria in Michigan
Read full article: New ‘Clean Slate’ laws to automate criminal record expungement process, expand eligibility criteria in MichiganHundreds of thousands of Michigan residents may be eligible to have their criminal record expunged under new laws, according to the state. How it worksMichigan residents who have committed certain crimes can file an application to have their criminal record expunged. Instead of waiting for automatic expungement, individuals seeking to have a serious misdemeanor or felony conviction set aside can submit an application after five years. Individuals seeking to have more than one felony conviction set aside can submit an application after seven years. Individuals cannot have more than two felony convictions or four misdemeanor convictions set aside during their lifetime.
Michigan fireworks laws: Whats legal, how to stay safe
Read full article: Michigan fireworks laws: Whats legal, how to stay safeMichigans Fireworks Safety Act of 2011 (Public Act 256) was amended in December 2018, giving local government entities villages, townships, and cities the right to restrict the days and times for their residents to use consumer fireworks by enacting a local ordinance. In Michigan, consumer fireworks must meet Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) standards. It is illegal to ignite fireworks on public property (including streets and sidewalks), school property, church property, or another persons property without their express permission. Keep people and pets out of range before lighting fireworks. NEVER:Buy fireworks packaged in brown paper or use unlabeled fireworks they are for professional use only.