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HB 4118

Drains: financing; special assessments; provide for levy against DNR lands. Amends secs. 151, 154, 280, 468 & 520 of 1956 PA 40 (MCL 280.151 et seq.).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Alexander and 22 co-sponsors

Overview: HB 4118, "Drains: financing; special assessments; provide for levy against DNR lands", was introduced on March 7, 2025 and has been referred to the Committee on Finance,

REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, INSURANCE, AND CONSUMER PROTECTION
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Bill Summary · HB 4118

Overview: HB 4118, "Drains: financing; special assessments; provide for levy against DNR lands", was introduced on March 7, 2025 and has been referred to the Committee on Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection.

Purpose and Intent: The bill seeks to address the issue of unpaid special assessments for drain maintenance and improvements on lands owned by the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR).

Key Provisions:
- Amends the Michigan Drain Code to allow drain commissioners to levy special assessments against DNR-owned lands
- Requires the DNR to pay its share of drain project costs, even on state-owned properties
- Establishes a process for drain commissioners to petition the DNR for payment of assessments
- Provides for the withholding of state funding if the DNR fails to pay its assessed amounts

Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would impact the DNR, local drain commissioners, and taxpayers who may be responsible for covering unpaid assessments on state-owned lands. Proponents argue it is necessary to ensure equitable cost-sharing, while the DNR may raise concerns about budgetary impacts.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Committee on Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection for further consideration. If passed by the legislature, it would need to be signed into law by the governor.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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