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SB 150

Transportation: funds; funding formula; modify. Amends sec. 11c of 1951 PA 51 (MCL 247.661c).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Joe Bellino and 2 co-sponsors

SB 150 modifies Michigan's transportation funding distribution formula to alter how state and local road infrastructure money is allocated across the state.

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Bill Summary · SB 150

Legislative bill overview

SB 150 proposes to amend Michigan's transportation funding formula under the 1951 Public Act 51. The bill modifies how transportation funds are distributed, though the specific details of the formula change are not provided in the available information. This is a technical amendment to the state's primary mechanism for allocating road and transportation infrastructure funding.

Why is this important

Michigan's funding formula for transportation directly affects how billions of dollars are distributed between state highways, local roads, and public transit across the state. Changes to this formula can significantly impact which communities receive infrastructure investment and maintenance resources, affecting everything from road safety to economic development.

Potential points of contention

  • Geographic disparities: Formula changes may shift funding from urban to rural areas (or vice versa), creating winners and losers in different regions
  • Local control vs. state oversight: How much autonomy local governments have in spending allocated funds versus state-mandated priorities
  • Revenue adequacy: Whether the modified formula adequately addresses Michigan's documented transportation funding shortfall, estimated at billions annually

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

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