This bill amends the General Law Village Act by updating the procedures for altering village boundaries and establishing new requirements for annexation. It modifies Section 6 to clarify that if a village council determines to alter its boundaries, it must petition the county board of commissioners, which will then consider the petition after public notice is given. The bill also introduces Section 6b, which outlines the process for annexation, specifying that a petition must be initiated by landowners, qualified electors, or the village's governing body. It establishes the commission's authority in processing annexation petitions and details the requirements for public hearings and notifications.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that if an annexation is approved and fewer than 100 people reside in the area, it will not be subject to a referendum. However, if more than 100 people reside in the area, a referendum can be requested if a valid petition is filed. The commission is tasked with verifying the validity of such petitions and conducting referendums as necessary. The bill ensures that the provisions of the 1968 PA 191 regarding annexation take precedence in case of any conflicts with the new amendments.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 74.6