HB5525

Vehicles: abandoned; fee waiver for certain individuals; provide for. Amends sec. 252a of 1949 PA 300 (MCL 257.252a).

Introduced·2/18/26
Introduced Text

Waives fees for low-income individuals to reclaim abandoned vehicles in Michigan.

The bill amends Michigan's abandoned vehicle laws to waive fees for low-income individuals reclaiming their vehicles. It defines low-income individuals as those receiving personal public assistance, residing in public housing, earning income equal to or less than 140% of the federal poverty guidelines, and meeting ALICE standards. The waiver applies to towing, storage, and release fees. The bill also outlines procedures for handling abandoned vehicles, including notice requirements, inspection rights, and sale processes.

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Transportation And Infrastructure Committee
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History

Feb 19

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 02/18/2026

Feb 18

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Emily Dievendorf

Feb 18

House

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