Michigan HB5704 amends traffic regulation laws to include county road worker vehicles as stationary authorized emergency vehicles.

Michigan HB5704 amends sections 2, 653a, and 907 of the Michigan Vehicle Code, and repeals section 653b. The bill modifies traffic regulation requirements for passing stationary vehicles to include county road worker vehicles. It specifies that drivers must proceed with caution, reduce speed, or yield the right-of-way when approaching such vehicles. The bill also outlines civil fines and penalties for violations involving these vehicles, including fines up to $500.00 for misdemeanors and up to $7,500.00 or 15 years imprisonment for felonies if injury or death occurs.

Michigan HB5704 amends traffic regulation laws to include county road worker vehicles as stationary authorized emergency vehicles.

Michigan HB5704 amends sections 2, 653a, and 907 of the Michigan Vehicle Code, and repeals section 653b. The bill modifies traffic regulation requirements for passing stationary vehicles to include county road worker vehicles. It specifies that drivers must proceed with caution, reduce speed, or yield the right-of-way when approaching such vehicles. The bill also outlines civil fines and penalties for violations involving these vehicles, including fines up to $500.00 for misdemeanors and up to $7,500.00 or 15 years imprisonment for felonies if injury or death occurs.