HB4664

Civil rights: speech and assembly; blocking a state highway while participating in an assembly of individuals; prohibit, and provide for a misdemeanor. Amends sec. 676b of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.676b).

Chamber Passed·9/16/25

Michigan HB4664 prohibits blocking a state highway during an assembly, with specific exemptions for charitable solicitations.

Michigan HB4664 amends the state's civil rights law to prohibit blocking a state highway while participating in an assembly of 10 or more individuals, classifying it as a misdemeanor. The law exempts individuals soliciting contributions on behalf of a charitable or civic organization during daylight hours, provided certain conditions are met, such as maintaining $500,000 in liability insurance and wearing high-visibility safety apparel. Local governments must ensure their regulations comply with these provisions by September 25, 2017.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 61–42 · Sep 16, 2025
Current
Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

61 Yea

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42 Nay

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Calendar

Aug 27, 2025

10:30 AM

House Judiciary

Aug 20, 2025

10:30 AM

House Judiciary

History

Sep 18, 2025

Senate

Passed By House With Immediate Effect

Sep 18, 2025

Senate

Referred To Committee On Civil Rights, Judiciary, And Public Safety

Sep 16, 2025

House

Passed; Given Immediate Effect Roll Call #205 Yeas 61 Nays 42 Excused 0 Not Voting 7