This bill amends the existing law regarding the classification and funding of public roads, streets, and highways in Michigan, specifically focusing on the establishment and administration of the movable bridge fund. The bill creates a separate movable bridge fund within the state treasury, allowing the state treasurer to receive and invest money from various sources. It ensures that the funds do not lapse to the general fund at the end of the fiscal year and assigns the department as the administrator for auditing purposes. Additionally, the bill outlines the responsibilities of the department and other agencies regarding the operation and maintenance of publicly owned movable bridges, including the requirement for contractors to maintain specified insurance.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that agencies owning or operating movable bridges submit their operational procedures and costs to the department annually. The department is tasked with developing procedures to estimate operational costs and distribute funds accordingly. It also includes provisions for the use of remaining funds for local federal bridge mandates if no other funding sources are available. The bill clarifies that operational costs do not cover routine maintenance or capital improvements, ensuring that the focus remains on the operational aspects of movable bridges.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 247.661