This bill amends the Michigan Vehicle Code to enhance the enforcement of toll collection for international toll bridges and tunnels. It introduces new sections, 820a and 820b, which establish a tolling enforcement program that allows the Secretary of State to negotiate agreements with toll operators to facilitate the collection of unpaid tolls. The program includes provisions for identifying vehicle owners who have failed to pay tolls, sending notices of unpaid tolls, and establishing a dispute resolution process. Additionally, the Secretary of State is authorized to refuse vehicle registration or transfer if an individual has unpaid tolls, with specific conditions outlined for when this refusal can be lifted.

The bill also allows for reciprocity agreements with other states or tolling entities, ensuring that if a vehicle's registration is denied in one jurisdiction due to unpaid tolls, it will similarly be denied in Michigan until the tolls are paid. The Secretary of State is empowered to share registration information and take necessary actions to enforce toll collection under these agreements. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the process of toll enforcement and ensure compliance across state lines, while also providing protections for individuals disputing toll charges.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-1): 257.219
Substitute (H-4): 257.219
House Introduced Bill: 257.219