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HB 4194

State: identification cards; cross-reference to 1972 PA 222; update. Amends sec. 5 of 2008 PA 23 (MCL 28.305). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4193'23

2023-2024 Regular Session Introduced by Abraham Aiyash and 20 co-sponsors

Michigan bill updates identification card statute cross-references to 1972 law; Governor vetoed it January 17, 2025, despite Senate passage.

vetoed by the Governor 01/17/2025
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Bill Summary · HB 4194

Legislative bill overview

HB 4194 amends Michigan's identification card statute (MCL 28.305) by updating cross-references to the 1972 Public Act 222. The bill is tied to HB 4193, suggesting coordinated legislative changes to state identification card regulations. The specific technical amendment aims to ensure statutory consistency following potential updates to related identification provisions.

Why is this important

State identification card statutes establish eligibility requirements, issuance procedures, and usage standards that affect millions of Michigan residents who obtain state IDs. Updating cross-references ensures laws function correctly and prevents conflicts between outdated and current statutory provisions. Technical housekeeping of this nature prevents confusion in law enforcement and administrative application of identification requirements.

Potential points of contention

  • Veto rationale unclear: The Governor vetoed this bill on January 17, 2025, but the stated reason for rejection is not documented in available records, making it difficult to assess the underlying policy objection.
  • Tied legislation dependency: The bill's linkage to HB 4193 means its effectiveness depends on coordinated passage, potentially creating implementation gaps if companion legislation is delayed or rejected.
  • Limited transparency on amendments: The cross-reference updates to 1972 PA 222 are not detailed in available summaries, obscuring what statutory provisions are actually being modified.

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

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