The bill proposes the repeal of 1913 PA 206, which currently designates telephone lines and telephone companies in Michigan as common carriers and outlines regulations for the telephone business. This act also assigns specific powers and responsibilities to the public service commission, addresses the consolidation of telephone lines and companies, and includes provisions for penalties related to violations of the act.

Additionally, the bill includes an enacting section that states it will only take effect if Senate Bill No. 351 of the 103rd Legislature is also enacted into law. The repeal of the existing law signifies a significant shift in the regulatory framework governing telephone services in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 484.125