The bill amends the 1951 PA 51, which regulates the classification and funding of public roads, streets, and highways in Michigan. It establishes new priorities for the comprehensive transportation fund, mandating that funds be allocated for paying the principal and interest on transportation bonds and for fund administration. The bill requires annual appropriations by the legislature and outlines the distribution of funds for public transportation services, including grants based on population size and service area. It also introduces mandatory requirements for eligible authorities, such as offering preferential fares for seniors and individuals with disabilities, and submitting quarterly progress reports on their transportation programs.

Additionally, the bill creates the Infrastructure Projects Authority Fund within the state treasury, which will be managed by the department for auditing purposes. It specifies that unspent funds at the end of the fiscal year will not revert to the general fund and mandates an annual report on funded projects starting December 30, 2026. The bill allows the department to allocate up to 20% of the fund for supplemental operating grants to eligible authorities, contingent on maintaining a balanced budget, and empowers the department to invest in infrastructure mobility projects. Overall, the bill aims to improve the efficiency and accountability of transportation funding and project implementation in Michigan.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 247.660, 247.663