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HB 4105

Highways: memorial; portion of M-150; designate as the "William S. Broomfield Memorial Highway". Amends 2001 PA 142 (MCL 250.1001 - 250.2092) by adding sec. 109.

2025-2026 Regular Session

Designates a segment of M-150 as the William S. Broomfield Memorial Highway; honorary only, with signs funded privately and installed by MDOT once funds are raised.

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Bill Summary · HB 4105

Summary — HB 4105 (William S. Broomfield Memorial Highway)

Main purpose

HB 4105 amends the Michigan Memorial Highway Act (2001 PA 142) by adding a new section to designate a portion of state highway M‑150 (Rochester Road) in Oakland County as the "William S. Broomfield Memorial Highway." The designation is honorary and does not change roadway jurisdiction, maintenance, or traffic rules.

Key provisions

  • Adds section 109 to the Michigan Memorial Highway Act (MCL 250.1001–250.2092).
  • Designates the portion of M‑150 (Rochester Road) beginning at the intersection with Tienken Road and extending south to the M‑59 interchange as the "William S. Broomfield Memorial Highway."
  • Signage: consistent with the Michigan Memorial Highway Act, the State Transportation Department will erect identifying markers only after sufficient private contributions are received to cover erection and maintenance costs.

Who is affected

  • Motorists and residents who use or live along the specified segment of M‑150 will see the honorary name on markers if privately funded signs are installed.
  • The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) would install markers when private funding is provided; MDOT has taken a neutral position.
  • No changes to state or local budgets are required for the designation because signage must be privately funded.

Background on William S. Broomfield

William S. (Bill) Broomfield (April 28, 1922 – February 20, 2019) was a Royal Oak native who served in the Michigan House (1949–1954), Michigan Senate, and the U.S. House of Representatives (elected 1956; served through January 1993). He was noted for his long tenure on the U.S. House Foreign Affairs Committee and roles in international delegations and commissions. Support for the bill was voiced by the Rochester Hills Museum.

Fiscal and policy impact

  • Fiscal: No state or local fiscal impact under the Memorial Highway Act because marker costs must be fully covered by private contributions.
  • Policy: Purely honorary; it does not change road ownership, maintenance responsibilities, or traffic operations.

Legislative status and timeline

  • Introduced in the Michigan House (sponsor: Rep. Mark A. Tisdel / co-sponsors Rep. Kuhn and Rep. Steele) — bill text dated Feb 20, 2025 / filed Mar 7, 2025 in some records.
  • Considered in Transportation & Infrastructure committee; House Fiscal Agency analysis completed 5‑15‑25.
  • Reported favorably from committee (4‑28‑25) and committee report filed 5‑05‑25.
  • Passed the House (recorded actions in May 2025); transmitted to the Senate and referred to the Senate committee (Local Government) on or about May 19, 2025.
  • Current status (as of the latest available actions): pending further Senate consideration.

Note: Some documents contained a minor name variation ("William A. Broomfield"); the bill text and committee report use "William S. Broomfield."

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

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